Citizenship

#WBKForward together we make a difference

As a law firm long committed to community, inclusion, and service, WBK  has always been eager to connect more deeply — and give back in new and expanded ways — to the communities we serve. Over four decades, WBK lawyers and staff have devoted time and energy to volunteerism, civic and community leadership, charitable giving, pro bono work, mentoring, service on nonprofit boards, and more. Our firm pillars emphasize teamwork, unique contributions, and a supportive culture, and WBK Forward fits squarely within these values.

Chief Diversity Partner

Ronnie Raju, Partner

Pro Bono

We devote substantial time and energy to clients who might otherwise go unrepresented.

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Pro Bono · WBK has long been dedicated to community, inclusion, and service, with attorneys and staff devoting substantial time and energy to pro bono work. We’re proud to help make positive changes in people’s lives through our commitment to clients who might otherwise go unrepresented.

Community Engagement

WBK has a deep commitment to our “Pay it Forward” philosophy.

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Community Engagement · At the core of WBK’s unique culture is a deep commitment to make a positive impact by developing partnerships with people in our community to help build a stronger and more inclusive society.  Through WBK’s “Pay it Forward” philosophy, the foundation of our firm is built upon performing acts of kindness, charitable giving, and mentorship. WBK’s active citizenship enables all team members to make a meaningful impact within our community.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce reflecting the diversity of our clients and our communities.

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Diversity & Inclusion · WBK recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion among our lawyers, other professionals, and staff, as well as in the legal profession generally. We are one of the few firms led by an LGBTQIA+ Managing Partner, and our Administrative Partner is a woman. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of our client base and our communities, and we believe that a culture of inclusion significantly enhances our ability to provide superior legal services to our clients.

PRO BONO AND VOLUNTEER PROJECTS

Learn about how WBK lawyers and staff have devoted time and energy to give back to the community. Read More +


Leading the charge.

Everyone on Team WBK is a leader, and we all contribute to making the Firm the best it can be.

WBK Diversity Initiative

Creating space for candid and authentic discussions based on the diverse backgrounds of attorneys and staff is crucial to our work.

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Diversity Initiative · WBK believes that an important part of inclusion is creating space for candid and authentic discussions based on the diverse backgrounds of attorneys and staff. We also know that every member of Team WBK has a role to play in this critical work. Our Diversity and Inclusion Committee includes attorneys, paralegals, administrative staff, and managers, all of whom work to ensure that every WBK employee has a sense of belonging at the firm and comfort with each other. The Diversity and Inclusion Committee also explores ways to connect with clients on issues of diversity and inclusion across the legal profession and in the industries we represent.

WBK Women’s Initiative

We are focused on the retention and advancement of women attorneys at WBK and in the legal community at large.

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Women’s Initiative · WBK values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to the retention and advancement of women attorneys as well as advancing the professional growth of women in the legal community.

The objectives of the WBK Women’s Initiative include:

• Recruit, retain, and promote women attorneys.
• Increase participation of women in the firm’s leadership.
• Mentor and empower young women attorneys in both the firm and in the legal community.
• Foster supportive relationships among WBK women and clients.
• Further the firm’s commitment to gender diversity and equality through new firm policy initiatives while updating existing firm policies.
• Support community-based women’s initiatives through volunteering, pro bono projects, and charitable donation, among others.
WBK Best

The WBK Best Committee is a group of attorneys and staff who concentrate on improving the overall experience at the Firm.

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WBK Best · The WBK Best Committee is a group of attorneys and staff whose focus is to improve and enhance the overall experience at the Firm, whether it’s through planning group events, lunches, and happy hours; or listening to attorney and staff suggestions on how to improve the efficiency of the Firm and overall workplace environment.


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Please contact WBK’s Chief Diversity Partner, Ronnie Raju, at forward@wbklaw.com to discuss how we can work together.