Twin Cities Diversity in Practice

Gather your loved ones and join us for a warm and welcoming Family Dinner with TCDIP and our incredible legal community! Everyone is invited – attorneys, families, friends, and colleagues – to come together over delicious food and great company. We’ll provide the main course, and if you’re feeling inspired, you’re welcome to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share (label any allergens, if possible!). Plus, there will be kid-friendly activities to keep the little ones entertained! While we won’t have childcare, this gathering is all about making memories for everyone. Come as you are, and enjoy a casual afternoon filled with food, fun, and meaningful connections – no workshops or icebreakers, just a relaxed space to meet and mingle! When: November 23, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Location TBD (Twin Cities Metro) – In-person only Click the link to register: https://lnkd.in/gVAMDCds

Looking to launch your legal career? The TCDIP 1L Clerkship offers unparalleled opportunities for leadership exposure, mentorship, professional development, and building meaningful connections. Gain hands-on experience and develop the skills to thrive in the legal world. Hear from Laura Newberry, a 2021 TCDIP 1L Clerkship alum and now an Associate at Dorsey & Whitney LLP, about how the program provided mentorship and opened doors in the greater Minneapolis legal community! Applications are open! Many positions fill on a rolling basis, so apply early. First deadline: Jan 24, 2025. Learn more: https://ow.ly/S8PP50U9qvX

Applications for the 2025 TCDIP 1L Clerkship are now OPEN! Law students, don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain exposure to leadership, engage in professional development, receive small group coaching, and connect with mentors & alumni—all while building authentic relationships in the Twin Cities legal community. Hear from one of 2023 TCDIP 1L Clerkship alumni, Maya Hebeisen who is now an attorney at Lathrop GPM. Apply now—many positions are rolling, so apply early! Learn more: https://ow.ly/8KPS50U9qoW #TCDIP1LClerkship #LawStudents #LegalCareers

Tomorrow’s the big day! There is still time to join us for our event: Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to hear from our amazing speakers. Thank you to the Minnesota State Bar Association, Cargill, Prime Therapeutics, Lathrop GPM, Allianz, and Winthrop and Weinstine for their contributions! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gnse5gPX

We are thrilled to welcome Kaleb Rumicho to our Board! Kaleb Rumicho is an Associate at Jones Day. He represents public and private companies on transactional and corporate law matters, including domestic and cross-border mergers & acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and other strategic transactions. Before joining Jones Day, Kaleb served on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan's legal team, where he advised on various legal matters, including the governor's executive orders that kept Minnesotans safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic and the governor's judicial appointments. Get to know Kaleb: What is one of your favorite TCDIP programs or events? "The mentorship program is one of my favorite TCDIP programs. I’ve had the honor and privilege to get to meet, mentor, and learn from a number of talented and inspiring law students and now lawyers." What was one of your first TCDIP memories or connections? "One of my first TCDIP memories was attending the 2018 summer social at a rooftop in downtown, where I met two lawyers (one of whom became my boss a few years later and both of whom I now call good friends and mentors)." What is a piece of advice you wish you’d known earlier in your career? "Each person’s career projection is unique and there is no one right way. So it’s good to have short and long term goals but also okay to keep an open mind to certain opportunities that may deviate from your goals but may be beneficial for your career."

Bring the whole family and join us for a relaxed and friendly Family Dinner with TCDIP and our awesome legal community! Everyone is welcome – attorneys, families, friends, and colleagues – to connect over good food and great company. If you’re up for it, bring along a side dish, salad, or dessert to share (label any allergens if you can!) We’ve got the main course covered, and there will be kid-friendly activities too! While we won’t have childcare, we are ready to make it a memorable time for all ages. Come as you are and connect with fellow community members – no workshops, no icebreakers – just food, friendship, and fun! When: November 23, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Location TBD (Twin Cities Metro) – In-person only Click the link to register: https://ow.ly/lqMG50U7x9X

Join us on Tuesday, November 19th to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education! We will explore the details of the case, assess the ripple effects of the decision, and use the learnings of the decision to find ways to champion education equity in our communities. Click here to register: https://ow.ly/XIWf50U7c4h

Interested in learning more about working at a law firm and corporate legal department in the Twin Cities this summer? Join us for a webinar on November 13! TCDIP staff will share information about the program, and TCDIP 1L Clerkship Alumni will answer your questions about what it's like to work in the Twin Cities, how to make your application stand out, and what you can expect from TCDIP programming. This is your opportunity to learn everything you need to know to secure a summer position in the Twin Cities! Register today: https://lnkd.in/gvY38eHC

We are thrilled to welcome Jake Holdreith as a part of our TCDIP and WILD Board! Jake Holdreith leads the Health & Life Sciences Industry Group at Robins Kaplan LLP; he also serves as the Minneapolis Office Managing Partner and as a member of the firm's Executive Board. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He is known as a strategist, a trusted counselor and an able courtroom lawyer. Read Jake's Board Member interview to see what he has to say about TCDIP! What is one of your favorite TCDIP/WILD programs or events? "My family and I had a really great day at the Summer Alliance on July 17 at CHS Field. It was great to see old a new friends in a relaxed environment." What was one of your first TCDIP memories or connections? "TCDIP has really been present in my practice for as long as I can remember and it is really difficult to reach a memory that goes back to the beginning, but I’ll say one of my favorite memories was the recognition of our immediate past managing partner, Steve Schumeister, for his lifetime contributions. Steve has been such a great advocate for the organization and an inspiration to me. Big steps to try to follow in." What do you look forward to contributing as a TCDIP and WILD Board Member? "I hope I can show up with a big heart and a fearless mind to help take down those barriers that we don’t need." What is a piece of advice you wish you’d known earlier in your career? "Everybody falls down sometimes."

This fall, TCDIP and the Stress & Resilience Institute collected data to understand the well-being of attorneys of color in Minnesota law firms. Findings highlight challenges with burnout, recognition, and work boundaries. Read the full report to learn more about how we can create positive change for diverse attorneys in the legal profession. Read more in our 2024 Leadership Council Report: https://lnkd.in/gjKAJAR7