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More Than Good Deeds: How Pro Bono Work Shapes Better Lawyers (And Better People) (Video)
Lowenstein attorneys and business services professionals share how pro bono work has enhanced their legal expertise and interpersonal abilities through direct client engagement, court experience, and cross-departmental collaboration. The discussion reveals how serving vulnerable clients at nonprofit organizations develops critical skills in empathy, creative problem-solving, and clear communication that translate across all areas of legal practice.
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Lowenstein Sandler
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A Firmwide Commitment: Pro Bono As Core Work Across Every Practice (Video)
Lowenstein lawyers and business services professionals discuss the firm's comprehensive pro bono program, demonstrating how attorneys across all practice areas—from white collar defense to real estate—contribute to matters serving individuals, nonprofits, and communities. The video explores how pro bono work provides meaningful opportunities for client interaction, hands-on responsibility, and professional development while receiving the same attention as billable client matters.
United States Commercial
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Lowenstein Sandler
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IRS Takes Aim: Proposed Rule Threatens Tax-Exempt Status Of Private Schools
The IRS has proposed a sweeping rule that would strip tax-exempt status from private schools maintaining race-conscious policies, including diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The proposed regulation, set to impact over 18,000 educational institutions and 750,000 students, extends beyond traditional discrimination to encompass policies intended to serve remedial or diversity-related objectives. Schools face critical compliance decisions regarding scholarships, admissions criteria, and athletic pro
United States Tax
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Crowell & Moring LLP
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DOJ Announces Second DEI-Related False Claims Act Settlement – Deloitte Agrees To Pay $21.5 Million To The United States, Plus $2.4 Million To Indiana And Florida
On August 25, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ or the Department) announced a $21.5 million settlement with Deloitte LLP and four affiliated entities (collectively, Deloitte), marking the second False Claims Act (FCA) settlement under the Department’s Civil Rights Fraud Initiative launched in May 2025.
United States Government
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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
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Modifying Donor-Restricted Endowments Offered By Educational And Other Not-for-Profit Institutions
The Iowa Supreme Court's landmark decision in In re Ezra L. Totton Scholarship addresses whether universities can modify race-based donor-restricted scholarships in response to changing legal landscapes following Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard. The Court ruled that while institutions may seek modifications when restrictions become impracticable, any changes must remain faithful to the donor's original charitable intent rather than simply serving institutional compliance goals. This precedent-settin
United States Consumer
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Steptoe LLP
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Signed, Sealed, Scrutinized: DEI, Certifications, And FCA Risk (Video)
As government contractors face mounting scrutiny over diversity initiatives, a critical question emerges: can DEI-related representations trigger False Claims Act liability? This program examines how workplace diversity commitments intersect with federal fraud enforcement, exploring recent settlements and legal theories that have transformed DEI compliance into a potential source of significant legal exposure.
United States Government
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K&L Gates LLP
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DEI Programs Under Spotlight: A “Wicked” Tale For New York Theater
Recent lawsuits against theater organizations signal a dramatic shift in how diversity, equity and inclusion programs are being legally challenged. From discounted ticket promotions to apprenticeship opportunities, DEI initiatives that once seemed routine are now facing federal scrutiny and litigation under anti-discrimination laws. Theater companies, producers and arts organizations must navigate this evolving legal landscape to protect their programs while continuing to pursue diversity goals.
United States Employment
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Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC
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EEOC Rescinds Guidance On Permissible Affirmative Action
The EEOC has rescinded its longstanding guidance on voluntary affirmative action plans under Title VII, eliminating the safe harbor defense for employers and signaling heightened scrutiny of workplace diversity initiatives. This policy shift raises critical questions about the future of affirmative action in employment and how companies can navigate compliance amid evolving legal standards and increased federal enforcement focus.
United States Employment
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Littler Mendelson
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