Minnesota Lawyer

Back in 2011, six local attorneys took a bold step when they founded a diversity-focused law firm, Minneapolis-based Sapientia Law Group.

As a Latino attorney, Jorge Saavedra was concerned about how few Latino students enter the legal profession.

Aarik Robertson challenged himself to become a lawyer to show other American Indian students that they could too.

When deciding on whether to attend law school at the University of Minnesota or his alma mater, Boston College, Roshan N. Rajkumar faced a tough decision.

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.