Woodcock Washburn is fortified by the varied backgrounds, interests, and personalities of its people. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in every facet of our firm. It is a part of who we are and forms the foundation of our unique culture, approach, and mission.
Our dedication to diversity is evident in Woodcock Washburn’s leadership. Many of the firm’s partners are women and hold prominent positions in management and committees. The firm was recognized in Law360’s “Firms with the Most Female Partners” feature. In addition, Vault, the legal industry career guide, has recognized the firm as being “very accommodating to women” and “very welcoming to all racial and ethnic minorities and gays.”
Woodcock Washburn won the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Women in the Profession Award for its promotion of women to leadership positions. Our female partners have been named to The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers lists, and recognized by legal referral guide Chambers USA.
Woodcock Washburn continues to be a sponsor of the American Intellectual Property Law Education Foundation, which awards scholarships to minority law students seeking careers in intellectual property law. Our lawyers have participated in numerous national and local events designed to raise the awareness of the IP profession among minorities and women, often partnering with our clients in this endeavor. Examples of our efforts include participation and/or sponsorship of the Philadelphia Area Minority Job Fair, a Diversity Reception for first-year law students, and Microsoft’s “Women and Minorities IP Law Summit.”