The mission of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program is to further the firm’s goal of providing world-class legal service. We believe diversity encompasses individuals’ unique characteristics and experiences, including not only race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, ability, national origin, and sexual orientation, but also work styles, personalities, life choices, marital and parental status, educational and career backgrounds, and other life experiences.

We will make resources available to foster the  professional development of our attorneys, paralegals and staff, and to cultivate DEI within our firm. By promoting DEI within our firm, we remain mindful of the firm’s equitable practices to maintain a welcoming workplace environment for everyone.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that values and respects the ideas, contributions, and creativity of everyone at our firm.

Meet the Leaders of Our DEI Initiative

A Message to the Community from Managing Partner, Jeff Eberhard

“Smith Freed Eberhard has a unique view of the justice system, how it serves people, and the affect it has on all our lives.  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is constantly evolving and growing, and when all voices are heard and listened to in our firm and our communities is when we do our most meaningful DEI work.  We recognize that DEI is essential for the growth of our firm and strive daily to better cultivate an environment that is multifaceted and culturally competent, which ultimately increases our ability to better serve our clients and our community.”