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About Ogletree Deakins

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Founded in 1977, Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. The firm has 1,000 attorneys located in 56 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico.

From traditional labor issues and employment litigation to workplace safety and employee benefits, Ogletree Deakins has experienced professionals in all areas of labor and employment law who provide efficient, client-focused service. The firm also has a thriving business immigration practice. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 13 consecutive years. In the 2024 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Employment Law – Management category.

Ogletree Deakins has a long-standing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is not only a moral imperative; it is one of the firm’s core values and is outlined in our overall strategic plan. DEI is essential to the growth and success of our firm and the quality of service we provide to our clients.

We demonstrate this commitment through many channels, including mentoring and programming. The firm has eight affinity groups that serve as vehicles to recruit, develop, retain, and advance members through mentorship, professional and business development opportunities, networking, and community service. Ogletree Deakins also has a Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee which oversees the firm’s DEI initiatives and DEI Ambassadors in each office to serve as the go-to DEI leaders for local programs.

Ogletree Deakins’ Diversity and Inclusion Practice Group draws upon the vast resources present within one of the nation’s largest labor and employment-focused law firms. The group brings together attorneys experienced in D&I program implementation, affirmative action/OFCCP compliance, and pay equity to ensure clients are prepared to address the inherent challenges in building effective and legally compliant initiatives. The group also harnesses the expertise within Ogletree Deakins Learning Solutions to craft and deliver diversity-oriented training that meets clients’ needs.

We are proud to have earned recognition for our DEI initiatives, including:

- Ogletree Deakins is a Mansfield Certified law firm, a rigorous, year-long certification program that aims to boost and sustain diversity in law firm leadership.
- In 2023, Ogletree Deakins was named a member firm of the inaugural Bloomberg Law Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Framework.
- The firm was recognized as one of the “Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity” by Seramount in 2024 for the eighth time.

Ogletree Deakins remains dedicated to fostering a culture where DEI is woven into the fabric of the firm, and all individuals have a sense of engagement, affirmation, and belonging to achieve their full potential.

Affirmative Action and OFCCP Compliance	Hospitality
Airline and Railway	Immigration
Appellate	Leaves of Absence / Reasonable Accommodation
Arbitration / ADR	Litigation
Background Checks	Manufacturing
Class Action	Mergers and Acquisitions
Construction	Mine Safety and Health
Cross-Border	Multi-State Advice and Counseling
Cybersecurity and Privacy	Pay Equity
Disability Access	Retail
Diversity and Inclusion	RIF / WARN
Drug Testing	Sports and Entertainment
Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation	Technology
Environmental, Social, and Governance	Traditional Labor Relations
ERISA Litigation	Trial
Ethics Compliance and Whistleblower Response	Trucking and Logistics
Financial Services	Unfair Competition and Trade Secrets
Global Reorganizations	Wage and Hour
Governmental Affairs	Investigations and Organizational Assessments
Healthcare Workplace	Litigation
Higher Education