We are proud to announce that the firm has achieved Mansfield Certification for a sixth straight year.

Mansfield Certification is a yearlong certification process designed to ensure that participating law firms provide equal, fair and equitable opportunities to advance into leadership.

This year, Diversity Lab has recognized the firm as one of the "True Trailblazers"—firms that achieved certification and have demonstrated long-term commitment to the Mansfield Rule. NGE consistently has taken actionable steps toward meaningful inclusion of all attorneys and staff. 

“We are immensely proud to achieve Mansfield Certification for the sixth consecutive year, underscoring our unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of our firm,” said Bobby Gerber, Managing Partner. “This certification reflects our proactive efforts to ensure that leadership opportunities within NGE are accessible to all, fostering a culture where diverse perspectives thrive. By maintaining transparent and inclusive advancement processes, we not only support the growth of our talented team but also enhance our ability to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Our dedication to these principles strengthens our firm and positively impacts the broader legal industry.”

We look forward to continued participation in this initiative and delivering on our commitment to establishing and achieving measurable DEI objectives. As two data scientists noted in this American Lawyer article, interventions such as the Mansfield Rule lead to more equitable professional development opportunities and, ultimately, a more diverse leadership.

Click here to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.