Minnesota Lawyer

Looking back over her legal career so far, Arleen A. Nand feels grateful for more experienced women lawyers who mentored her and helped pave the way.

Melissa Muro LaMere draws inspiration to help future diverse lawyers from those who preceded her.

Cornell Moore has worked tirelessly for decades to develop a pipeline of diverse talent from institutions like Howard University and others.

Inti Martínez-Alemán immediately recognized a considerable, unmet need for legal services for the state’s Hispanic population.

LaJune Thomas Lange is a pioneer in the field of diversity when it comes to the Minnesota bar and bench.

Ellie Krug has observed that people often are eager to learn how to be welcoming to “others.” She helps organizations work toward that goal as founder and president of Human Inspiration Works LLC.

The law is a second career for Irene Kao. But in some ways, she’s still in her first real career: social justice.

The Infinity Project was founded by Lisa Montpetit Brabbit, Marie Failinger, Sally Kenney and Judge Mary Vasaly.

Cam Hoang’s commitment to diversity and inclusion extends well beyond her responsibilities as partner at Dorsey & Whitney.

District Court Judge JaPaul Harris, even in his rise to the bench, has never forgotten the importance of working on behalf of a system that provides resources for all, regardless of background.