At Sterne Kessler, we foster an inclusive, dynamic, and vibrant workplace that embraces diversity and welcomes everyone.
With over 400 dedicated professionals, including attorneys and staff, we are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients and nurturing a supportive and inclusive work environment for all.
Here, diversity is about understanding one another and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating differences. Our work as intellectual property professionals reflects the broad array of ideas and experiences that characterize our social, cultural and intellectual world. We encourage everyone at the firm to identify, develop, and leverage their unique strengths.
In 2024, Law360 ranked Sterne Kessler in the top 15 firms for overall diversity and among the top four firms for minority representation among equity partners in the “101 to 250 attorneys” size category.
Diversity Lab’s Midsize Mansfield Rule Certification
Sterne Kessler earned the Midsized Mansfield Certification for 2023-24 and has participated in the program since 2021. We are among more than 360 firms that have committed to implementing inclusive talent practices to seek and retain a diverse group of talented professionals.
Diversity & Inclusion Committee
Our firm’s diversity and inclusion committee is charged with building and furthering a rewarding and accountable culture where all employees can thrive. The committee is comprised of employees from every sector of the firm, including staff, attorneys of all levels, our managing director, and one of our founding directors. The committee supports several initiatives that celebrate diversity and inclusion for all, including, but not limited to: ideas to widen the search for top talent; mentoring programs for career development and advancement; and various affinity groups that are open to all employees. The committee also sponsors a series of internal programs, such as celebrating National Diversity Week and hosting guest speakers for interactive learning sessions.
Programs & Sponsorships
Internal diversity programs include INSPIRED – by the women of Sterne Kessler, a women’s affinity group that hosts periodic roundtables and topical discussions. The firm also partners with and sponsors a number of organizations that promote diversity across our local, legal, and technical communities.
Among the bar associations and organizations in which we are active in membership, sponsorship and in-kind support are:
How About You?
Interested in opportunities to join the firm and enjoy Sterne Kessler’s dynamic culture? Please visit our Careers page to learn about current job openings at the firm. The firm is proud of the certifications and public recognition it has received for achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is equally proud to have done so by searching far and wide for talented and motivated employees, making merit-based decisions that comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination, and never relying on quotas or set-asides in hiring decisions.