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Testimonials

"Diversity is more than a word, a concept, a goal, or a statistic..."

Barron F. Wallace
Partner, Diversity Task Force Chair
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"Vinson & Elkins recognizes the importance of being inclusive and it has always been ahead of the curve on diversity issues..."

Christopher V. Bacon
Of Counsel
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"Successful parenting requires a partnership..."

Vanessa Garza
Associate
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Diversity at Vinson & Elkins
As one of the world's largest international law firms, Vinson & Elkins has both an extraordinary opportunity and a responsibility to maintain a culture that nurtures the diverse interests, backgrounds and perspectives of its lawyers. Our people are our principal assets and our success depends on their commitment, ingenuity and ability to anticipate our clients' needs and challenges. In order for our lawyers to provide the finest service to our clients, our firm must take a holistic and comprehensive approach toward understanding, appreciating and maintaining a diverse, vibrant workplace.

V&E; is proud of the strides we are making in hiring people of color. The NALP average for diversity in the 2005 summer associate class is 21%. V&E;'s average for diversity in the 2005 summer associate class is 40%.

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Recent Events
On Thursday, May 19, the firm participated as a sponsor of the Hispanic Bar Association of Houston's 17th Annual President's Day Banquet. Click here for more information.

Community Leadership
Our lawyers participate in a wide variety of efforts to promote diversity within the legal profession, education, and the community at large. For more information, click here.

Law Firm Rankings and Profiles
Vinson & Elkins participates in an annual survey of employers conducted by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, an organization working for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender equal rights. To learn more about the survey and view our profile online, click here.

Related Links
Minority Corporate Counsel Association

Hispanic National Bar Association

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

National Bar Association

Relevant Publications
"Lawyer Life After Lawrence..." click here to read the full article.

Diversity Committee Contact
Barron F. Wallace
Diversity Committee Chair
bwallace@velaw.com
713.758.4810 : ph
713.615.5076 : fax

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Diversity Committee
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