Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
& Accessibility

FortneyScott attorneys advise employers in a range of industries on the development, enhancement and implementation of legally compliant Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) programs. Our attorneys have significant experience with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action compliance. We are equally well versed in the potential litigation risks associated with DE&I programs, voluntary diversity goals and related initiatives. 


FortneyScott advises on a broad range DE&I matters and, when necessary, a team of statisticians and labor economists. Our services include:


  • Audit of current DE&I programs to ensure legal compliance
  • Development of voluntary diversity goals
  • Implementation of strategic plans related to recruitment and employee development
  • Enhancements to existing DE&I programs
  • Development and review of policies regarding workplace conduct, harassment and non-discrimination
  • Development and execution of employee and management training related to civility in the workplace, implicit bias, and bystander intervention
  • Develop and conduct climate surveys
  • Advise on strategic communication plans
  • Conducting privileged pay equity analyses, including wage gap and glass ceiling assessments


FortneyScott resources on DE&I include Briefing Paper on DE&I; the DC Insider - Employer Update podcast DE&I episodes, and Fact Sheet on DE&I Risk Assessment with DCI Consulting.

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