Baker McKenzie Achieves Mansfield Certification Plus Status for Sixth Consecutive Year

Global law firm Baker McKenzie has achieved 2023-2024 Mansfield Certification Plus status, the sixth consecutive year the Firm has earned this recognition for its ongoing inclusion, diversity and equity efforts. This annual certification is issued by The Diversity Lab, an incubator for innovative ideas and solutions that boost diversity and inclusion in law.

Mansfield Certification is a year-long process designed to ensure that all qualified talent have a fair and equal opportunity to be considered for advancement into leadership roles. Centered around the core principles of transparency, accountability, and knowledge sharing, criteria for firms includes attending meetings and workshops, increasing transparency into advancement processes and leadership roles, engaging in regular check-ins, and broadening the pool of talent considered for leadership opportunities by including at least 30% historically underrepresented lawyers. The “Mansfield Certification Plus” status is a designation reserved for firms that voluntarily report the outcomes of their inclusive processes.

"At Baker McKenzie, we are committed to shaping a better future where all of our people can succeed and thrive as their best selves," said Marredia Crawford, Baker McKenzie's Chief Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Officer. “Our long-time status as a Mansfield Certified Plus Firm indicates our unwavering commitment to implementing effective strategies and initiatives to enhance inclusion at all levels of leadership. We take great pride in our processes and remain dedicated to continually enhancing our goals in inclusion, diversity and equity."

Inclusion, diversity and equity is foundational to the culture and strategic vision at Baker McKenzie. We are committed to embedding these principles throughout the Firm with our approach focused on leadership, accountability and humility. We invest in our people though sponsorship, mentorship and career development opportunities as well as by partnering with clients to advance our shared goals and bring lasting improvement.

“We are resolute in our commitment to create a more inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace,” said Colin Murray, Baker McKenzie's North America Chief Executive Officer. "Our ongoing work with Diversity Lab to achieve Mansfield Certification Plus illustrates our focus on that mission by widening the door to leadership and career advancement opportunities.”