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Minority Partners in Majority Firms is a division of the National Bar Association dedicated to supporting, connecting, and elevating minority partners and senior attorneys working within majority-owned law firms.

Our national network spans hundreds of members across practice areas, industries, and geographic regions — united by shared purpose and a commitment to advancing justice, equity, and professional excellence.

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    H. Gregory Baker

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    Patterson Belknap

    New York, NY

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    H. Gregory Baker

    Secretary

    Patterson Belknap

    New York, NY

    White Collar Criminal Defense

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    Grasford Smith

    Chair

    Akerman LLP

    Washington, D.C.

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    Grasford Smith

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    Akerman LLP

    Washington, D.C.

    Litigation

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    Shawn Wright

    Vice Chair

    Blank Rome LLP

    New York, NY

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    Shawn Wright

    Vice Chair

    Blank Rome LLP

    New York, NY

    White Collare Criminal Defense & Investigtions

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    Grasford Smith

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    Corporate LawWashington, D.C.March 2025
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    Shawn Wright

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    H. Gregory Baker

    Secretary · Patterson Belknap

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The directory is more than a list of names. It is the connective tissue of a professional community that has always needed to find itself.
— Grasford Smith, Chair, Akerman LLP
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    Blank Rome

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    Patterson Belknap

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Minority Partners Announces 2025 Annual Conference

The National Bar Association's Minority Partners in Majority Firms division is proud to announce its 2025 Annual Conference, bringing together minority attorneys from across the country for a landmark gathering of minds, mentorship, and…

By Minority Partners Staff · March 20, 2025 · 4 min read

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    Legal Insights

    Leadership in Law: A Conversation with Minority Partners

    Insights on navigating complex corporate landscapes as minority partners in today's top firms.

    March 10, 2025 · 6 min read

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    Breaking New Ground: A Spotlight on Emerging Leaders

    Celebrating the rising voices and trail-blazing achievements of our newest members.

    March 5, 2025 · 4 min read

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    2025 Committee Updates and New Appointments

    Important updates on committee leadership and new appointments for the upcoming year.

    February 28, 2025 · 3 min read

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