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Where Do We Go From Here? Promoting DEI in the Legal Profession


Credit Available - See Credits tab below.

Categories:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Faculty:
Bakari Sellers
Program Credits:
2 - 2.4
Credit Type:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Program Type:
On Demand


Description

"Where Do We Go From Here? Promoting DEI in the Legal Profession" is a comprehensive Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the legal field. Led by Bakari Sellers, a distinguished attorney, CNN political commentator, and New York Times bestselling author, this session delves into actionable strategies for dismantling systemic barriers and fostering inclusive legal practices. Participants will gain insights into identifying implicit biases, addressing historical and systemic obstacles, and implementing equitable representation strategies in their legal work and broader communities.

 Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand Legal DEI Obligations: Comprehend the legal profession's responsibilities in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  2. Analyze Historical DEI Barriers: Examine historical and systemic barriers that have impeded DEI
  3. progress within the legal field.
  4. Identify Implicit Biases: Recognize and address implicit biases that may influence legal practice and decision-making.
  5. Foster Inclusive Legal Practices: Develop and implement practices that promote inclusivity within legal environments.
  6. Implement Equitable Representation Strategies: Employ strategies to ensure equitable representation in legal contexts.
  7. Promote DEI in Advocacy: Advocate for DEI principles in legal proceedings and broader community engagements.
  8. Address Systemic Legal Discrimination: Identify and work towards eliminating systemic discrimination within legal systems.

Credits


Alabama

General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved


Alaska

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


Arizona

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


Arkansas

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 06/30/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 3333


California

Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession

Credit Type: Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/18/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 20536


Colorado

Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity

Credit Type: Equity Diversity and Inclusivity
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: SPROUT


Connecticut

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


Delaware

Advanced Ethics

Credit Type: Advanced Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Florida

General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 2.5
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 06/30/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 1052222


Georgia

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 8722


Hawaii

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Idaho

General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/18/2029
Status: Approved


Illinois

Professional Responsibility: Diversity and Inclusion

Credit Type: Professional Responsibility: Diversity and Inclusion
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: SPR0001


Indiana

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 111648


Iowa

Diversity and Inclusion

Credit Type: Diversity and Inclusion
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Kansas

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 7925


Kentucky

General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 06/30/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 9640


Louisiana

Professionalism

Credit Type: Professionalism
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/18/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 4354


Maine

Harassment and Discrimination

Credit Type: Harassment and Discrimination
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/18/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 2593


Maryland

Ethics
Maryland attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.

Massachusetts

Ethics
Massachusetts attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.

Michigan

Ethics
Michigan attorneys do not have MCLE requirements. 

Minnesota

Elimination of Bias

Credit Type: Elimination of Bias
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/30/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 0012487


Mississippi

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Missouri

Ethics: Elimination of Bias

Credit Type: Ethics: Elimination of Bias
Credit Amount: 2.4
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 150036


Montana

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 5420


Nebraska

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 1.92
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Nevada

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 55391


New Hampshire

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


New Jersey

Ethics: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of BIas

Credit Type: Ethics: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Credit Amount: 2.4
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 3332


New Mexico

Equity in Justice

Credit Type: Equity in Justice
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


New York

Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias

Credit Type: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


North Carolina

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 02/28/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 9370


North Dakota

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2027
Status: Approved


Ohio

Attorney Professional Conduct

Credit Type: Attorney Professional Conduct
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 19607


Oklahoma

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 4528


Oregon

Access to Justice

Credit Type: Access to Justice
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Pennsylvania

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 12497


Rhode Island

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 06/30/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 00959


South Carolina

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: SPROU


South Dakota

Ethics
South Dakota attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.

Tennessee

Dual (Ethics)

Credit Type: Dual (Ethics)
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/19/2025
Status: Approved


Texas

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 11/30/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: A17672


Utah

Professionalism

Credit Type: Professionalism
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved


Vermont

Diversity and Inclusion

Credit Type: Diversity and Inclusion
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration:
Status: Approved


Virginia

General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 10/31/2025
Status: Approved


Washington

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/18/2029
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 9903940


West Virginia

Ethics
Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2.4
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 01/14/2026
Status: Approved

 


Wisconsin

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration:
Status: Pending, Submitted for Accreditation


Wyoming

Ethics

Credit Type: Ethics
Credit Amount: 2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 11/18/2025
Status: Approved



Materials

Faculty

Bakari Sellers's Profile

Bakari Sellers Related Seminars and Products

Strom Law Firm, LLC


Bakari Sellers was born in 1984 and raised in Denmark, South Carolina. He graduated from the South Carolina public school system and earned his undergraduate degree from Morehouse College in 2005, where he served as student body president and his law degree from the University of South Carolina in 2008. 

Bakari made history in 2006 when, at just 22 years old, he defeated a 26-year incumbent State Representative to become the youngest member of the South Carolina state legislature and the youngest African American elected official in the nation. In 2014 he was the Democratic Nominee for Lt. Governor in the state of South Carolina. Bakari has worked for United States Congressman James Clyburn and former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin. He served on President Barack Obama’s South Carolina steering committee during the 2008 election and is widely considered to be a rising star within the Democratic Party and a leading voice for his generation. He was named to TIME Magazine’s 40 Under 40 in 2010 as well as 2014 and 2015 “The Root 100” list of the nation’s most influential African-Americans. 

Bakari has served as a featured speaker at events for the National Education Association, College Democrats of America National Convention, and the 2008 and 2016 Democratic National Convention. He is the author of New York Times Bestseller “My Vanishing Country” and a CNN political commentator.