In 1998, a program was developed to encourage corporations to retain lawyers of color for legal services. Originally called the Minority Counsel Demonstration Program, the Minority Counsel Program (MCP) had a vision that would be guided by the needs of our members, marketplace dynamics, and strong leadership with an eye toward full and equal participation in the legal profession by all. Our success is determined by the strength of the commitment of corporations and law firms to the goal of diversity. Through their commitment, our members demonstrate the value of diversity in the marketplace.
Today, the Minority Counsel Program continues to promote diversity in the legal profession through education and by building relationships between corporations and lawyers who are racially and ethnically diverse. The program meets twice a year bringing together in-house lawyers and potential outside counsel for an array of CLE Programming, Professional Workshops, Roundtable Discussion and Networking Events as well as elite programs.
Membership/Renewals/Sponsorship
Corporate and Government Entities Participation
Law Firm Participation
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please contact us directly for voluntary services at mcpinfo@staff.abanet.org.
FAQ’s
Are you interested in leading a CLE session at an upcoming MCP meeting or speaking on a panel? Here are some things you may need to know:
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Submission Deadline is January 15, 2010.
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You must be a partner, associate or otherwise affiliated with a law firm that is currently an MCP Member in good standing.
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If selected, you will serve as the Program Chair for that specific CLE program. As the Program Chair, you will be responsible for the following:
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE
2009 Spring Minority Counsel Program
Millennium Broadway Hotel, New York
May 14-15, 2009
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2009 Fall Minority Counsel Program
Hyatt Regency Hotel, San Francisco
October 29-30, 2009
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