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For more than 25 years, MCCA has been the premier partner of law firms and legal departments committed to advancing a more equal legal profession, grounded in opportunity and access for all.

🎉 Announcing the 2025 MCCA Rising Stars! 🌟We’re proud to recognize this year’s Rising Stars – exceptional attorneys who ...
07/08/2025

🎉 Announcing the 2025 MCCA Rising Stars! 🌟

We’re proud to recognize this year’s Rising Stars – exceptional attorneys who are blazing trails, demonstrating excellence, and shaping the future of the legal profession.

Join us at the Pathways Conference Awards Dinner as we celebrate these outstanding individuals.

Pathways Conference Dates: September 7–10, 2025
Awards Dinner: September 9, 2025
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
Reserve your seat now: https://mcca.short.gy/nCuVul

Be part of an unforgettable celebration of talent, leadership, and community.

Ronald K. Anguas, Jr., Paul Hastings LLP
Lee Carpenter, Offit Kurman, P.A.
Dean Chapman, Akin
Shruti Chopra, Linklaters LLP
Rebecca Clegg, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP
Teleicia J.R. Dambreville, Esq., Burlington Stores, Inc.
Juanita DeLoach, PhD, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Gabrielle DiBernardi, Ropes & Gray
Dwight John Draughon, Jr., Steptoe LLP
Meredith Elkins, Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna LLP
Amber Gardina-Quintanilla, Articulate
Xenia JL Garofalo, Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
Gerardo Gomez Galvis, Morrison Foerster
Atoyia Harris, Proskauer
Ashley M. Howlett, Hogan Lovells US LLP
Erin S. Johnson, Fox Rothschild LLP
Lauren A. Jones, Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.
Melanie L. Katsur, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Jayni Lanham, Beveridge & Diamond PC
Jennifer Lee, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Olufunke Leroy, Holland & Knight LLP
Julia A. López, Reed Smith
Emma C. Mata, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Rosa M. Morales, Crowell & Moring LLP
Laura K. Mujenda, Meta Platforms, Inc.
Ryan Myers, Allstate Insurance Company
Tevia K. Pollard, Goodwin Procter LLP
Sonia Salinas, Hanson Bridgett LLP
Edda J. Santiago, Covenant House International
Tara Shabahang, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
Gabriel L. Valdes, Sidley Austin LLP
M. Alejandra Vargas, Duane Morris LLP
Sarah Varghese, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
Samantha Warrick, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Inc.
April N. Williams, WilmerHale
Preston Julius Young, IBM Corporation

❗Deadline Extended: MCCA's Rising Stars & CSL-I Applications 🏆 Rising Stars Awards – Nominate a Stellar Attorney!Looking...
02/28/2025

❗Deadline Extended: MCCA's Rising Stars & CSL-I Applications

🏆 Rising Stars Awards – Nominate a Stellar Attorney!

Looking for ways to celebrate your team’s achievements? Nominate them for MCCA’s Rising Stars Award!

MCCA is dedicated to recognizing the outstanding achievements of talented attorneys who embody excellence, innovation, and commitment to both the legal profession and their communities.

Extended deadline for nominations: Friday, March 14 at 11:59 PM ET

Nominate a Rising Star: https://bit.ly/42hhXRv

💼 C-Suite Leadership Level-I Program: Advance Your Career

Calling all mid-career attorneys! Build the leadership skills needed to excel in the legal profession by applying to MCCA’s C-Suite Leadership – Level I (CSL-I) Program.

Why Join CSL-I? Because Your Future Starts Now!
▪️Unlock your leadership potential through a personalized assessment
▪️Learn from top legal executives and industry leaders
▪️Expand your network and become part of an elite cohort

Extended deadline for applications: Friday, March 14 at 11:59 PM ET

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4j4t9GY

Take your career to the next level and excel as a leader in your organization by applying to MCCA’s C-Suite Leadership –...
02/25/2025

Take your career to the next level and excel as a leader in your organization by applying to MCCA’s C-Suite Leadership – Level I (“CSL-I”) Program (formerly known as the Sources of Success Program). CSL-I is a program for mid-career attorneys who are individual contributors at corporate legal departments or mid-to-senior associates at law firms.

By participating in the CSL-I Program, you will:

☑️Gain invaluable insights into your leadership strengths and areas for development through a personalized assessment.

☑️Develop a customized professional strategic plan to support your ascent into leadership roles.

☑️Network with industry leaders from major companies in various industries as panel participants and mentors.

❗Applications due this Friday, February 28 at 11:59PM ET: https://bit.ly/4j4t9GY

🌟Do you know a stellar attorney whose accomplishments deserve the spotlight? Nominate them for MCCA’s Rising Stars Award...
02/25/2025

🌟Do you know a stellar attorney whose accomplishments deserve the spotlight? Nominate them for MCCA’s Rising Stars Awards!

MCCA’s Rising Stars is an annual list celebrating exceptional attorneys whose achievements and dedication to the legal profession and their communities make them stand out as “attorneys to watch”. These Rising Stars, at various stages of their careers, share a passion for law, ambition, and a pursuit of excellence, coupled with compassion and a strong desire to give back.

Selected Rising Stars will be honored at our 2025 Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference and featured on our website and social media.

❗Nominations due this Friday, February 28 at 11:59 PM ET: https://bit.ly/42hhXRv

📣MCCA is excited to introduce our Attorney of the Year Award (formerly known as MCCA’s Rainmakers Award). Beginning this...
02/24/2025

📣MCCA is excited to introduce our Attorney of the Year Award (formerly known as MCCA’s Rainmakers Award).

Beginning this year, MCCA will recognize one outstanding attorney whose commitment to the profession and significant impact on their community exemplify true leadership in the legal industry.

MCCA will honor an attorney who has achieved remarkable success through their innovative, consistent business development strategies and client development skills. This attorney’s achievements provide valuable insights and inspiration to lawyers at all stages of their careers.

The 2025 Attorney of the Year Award will be presented at MCCA’s 2025 Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference.

Deadline for nominations: Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.

📋Nominate an attorney: https://bit.ly/3F3nLUV

Join us for MCCA’s Town Halls on February 11 & 24!📅February 11, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ETThis Town Hall will address q...
02/07/2025

Join us for MCCA’s Town Halls on February 11 & 24!

📅February 11, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ET

This Town Hall will address questions regarding MCCA's 2025 U.S. Law Firm Diversity Survey. Open to all members and non-members.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/3CP5wSs

📅 February 24, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET

This Town Hall will discuss the current landscape of inclusion in the legal profession. Open to MCCA members only.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/4gvJbHp

📣MCCA’s 2025 Global TEC Forum (“G-TEC”) Registration Now Live!📅Join us at G-TEC in Redmond, WA on May 7-8, 2025!G-TEC is...
02/04/2025

📣MCCA’s 2025 Global TEC Forum (“G-TEC”) Registration Now Live!

📅Join us at G-TEC in Redmond, WA on May 7-8, 2025!

G-TEC is a two-day conference exploring the latest advancements at the intersection of technology and the practice of law. This year, we will discuss the impact of AI in security, governance, and employment. Join us and hear from peers and experts from the MCCA community. All sessions are eligible for CLE credit

Secure your spot now and save up to $200 with Early Bird registration! https://bit.ly/42MVBHA

For more information about G-TEC, visit: https://bit.ly/gtec2025

⭐ Do you know a stellar attorney who deserves recognition for their outstanding achievements? Nominate them for MCCA’s R...
01/21/2025

⭐ Do you know a stellar attorney who deserves recognition for their outstanding achievements? Nominate them for MCCA’s Rising Stars Award!

MCCA’s Rising Stars is an annual list featuring stellar attorneys whose accomplishments and dedication to the legal profession and to their community place them among those “attorneys to watch”. The MCCA Rising Stars may be at varying stages in their careers, but they all possess the love of law, ambition, and pursuit of excellence while possessing compassion for those in need and a strong desire to give back to others.

Nominate a Rising Star: https://bit.ly/42hhXRv

Deadline for nominations: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.

Your Gift Today Empowers Tomorrow's Legal Leaders! Make an impact this by donating to MCCA’s LMJ Scholarship Program: ...
12/03/2024

Your Gift Today Empowers Tomorrow's Legal Leaders! Make an impact this by donating to MCCA’s LMJ Scholarship Program: https://bit.ly/3FpGEP6

This scholarship is dedicated to supporting students whose unique perspectives are essential to the legal profession.

Not only does your contribution provide financial support, but it also fosters a community where scholars connect with peers, alumni, and mentors who provide professional guidance on navigating their legal careers.

Together, let’s and make a difference for the next generation of legal leaders. Learn more about the LMJ Scholarship: https://bit.ly/lmjprogram

We extend our deepest gratitude to all our sponsors, members, attendees, and the Host Committee for your generous suppor...
10/18/2024

We extend our deepest gratitude to all our sponsors, members, attendees, and the Host Committee for your generous support in making the 2024 MCCA Gala a resounding success! It was truly an unforgettable evening as we honored individuals, law firms, and corporate legal departments who are practicing MCCA’s mission and vision and paving the way towards inclusive workplaces.

Thanks to your incredible support, we exceeded our fundraising goal of $50,000 for our LMJ Scholarship Program! This remarkable achievement will further our mission of empowering students to become the next generation of legal leaders.

Although the Gala has concluded, you can still donate to our LMJ Scholarship Program and continue to make a difference: https://bit.ly/3FpGEP6

Thank you once again for making this event a night to remember!

View all Gala photos here: https://bit.ly/3NuEsK4

🚨 Last Day to Register for MCCA's 2024 Gala! Registration closes TODAY at 11:59 PM ET. Due to strict security measures a...
10/11/2024

🚨 Last Day to Register for MCCA's 2024 Gala!

Registration closes TODAY at 11:59 PM ET.

Due to strict security measures at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, all guests must provide their full names by today. Missing the registration deadline may result in being denied access to the museum.

The MCCA Gala is our signature event that honors leading corporate law departments and law firms who have demonstrated leadership in championing inclusion in their organizations and the legal profession. Make new connections with attendees from Fortune® 1000 companies and top law firms as you enjoy our seated dinner awards program, featuring a captivating performance by violinist, Dr. Edward W. Hardy.

Register now: https://bit.ly/45wVgs3.

We are less than 2 weeks away until MCCA's 2024 Gala! Join us on October 15 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New Yor...
10/03/2024

We are less than 2 weeks away until MCCA's 2024 Gala! Join us on October 15 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.

The MCCA Gala is our signature awards program that honors leading corporate law departments and law firms who have demonstrated leadership in championing inclusion in their organizations and the legal profession.

This year, we are thrilled to honor CBRE as our 2024 Employer of Choice Award Winner for their commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every perspective and experience is valued. Don’t miss remarks from Chad Doellinger, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, as he accepts this award on behalf of CBRE.

⏰ Only 1 Week Left to Register! Registration closes on Friday, October 11, 2024: https://bit.ly/45wVgs3.

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MCCA, Advancing Diversity, Inclusion & Equity

Empowering people. Inspiring leadership.

The Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) was founded in 1997 to advocate the expanded hiring, retention, and promotion of minority attorneys in corporate law departments and law firms that serve them by providing research, best practices, professional development and training, and through pipeline initiatives.

MCCA Vision

To make the next generation of legal leaders as diverse as the world we live in.