Shipman Achieves Mansfield Certification Plus 4.0, Deepens Commitment To Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Goals

Diversity Lab today announced that Shipman & Goodwin LLP has achieved Mansfield Certification Plus 4.0 for 2021, and is participating in the Mansfield Rule 5.0 certification program.

The firm has earned the highest designation of Mansfield Rule Certification in recognition of its commitment to enhancing diversity among its leadership. Shipman is one of only 92 law firms nationwide to achieve Mansfield 4.0 Certification Plus and will be one of 166 firms to participate in Mansfield 5.0 certification for 2022.

"At Shipman, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to advance the careers and leadership opportunities for historically underrepresented attorneys extends far beyond a well-meaning committee. These initiatives have become part of the fabric of the firm and are critical to our strategic growth and success," said Leander Dolphin, Shipman's co-managing partner. "The Mansfield Rule certification provides an important opportunity for us to reflect on how