Troutman Sanders Earns Top Marks in 2016 Corporate Equality Index
ATLANTA – Troutman Sanders LLP is proud to announce that for the eighth consecutive year it has earned the top rating of 100 percent in the Corporate Equality Index (CEI), an annual survey administered by the
Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
The firm was among 407 U.S. businesses (95 law firms) rated this year that achieved a top rating of 100 percent for its support of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) lawyers and staff.
“Troutman Sanders is committed to a diverse and welcoming workplace,” said Steve Lewis, managing partner of Troutman Sanders. “We are honored to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.”
“Since its inception in 2002, CEI has profiled some of America’s largest employers who have embraced LGBT inclusion as a best practice. Many of these companies have a global footprint,” HRC President Chad Griffin stated. “This year, more than 400 businesses earned 100 percent in the CEI and the designation of ‘Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality.’”
To achieve a perfect score and the distinction of “Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality,” companies are required to have fully inclusive equal employment opportunity policies, provide equal employment benefits, demonstrate organizational LGBT competency, evidence their commitment to equality publicly and exercise responsible citizenship.
For more information on the 2016 Corporate Equality Index, or to download a free copy of the report, visit here.
About the Human Rights Campaign:
The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.
About Troutman Sanders
With a diverse practice mix, workforce and footprint, Troutman Sanders has cultivated its reputation for a higher commitment to client care for over 120 years. Ideally positioned to help clients across sectors realize their business
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