DEI 2022 Annual Report

A YEAR OF

MINDFUL

T R A N S I T I O N

The Barnes & Thornburg LLP 2022 DEI Annual Report

2022 was a year of so much change for Barnes & Thornburg. We opened two new offices, added four new key positions designed to better care for our talent and, oh, installed a new firm managing partner. Change in and of itself though is not necessarily share-worthy. But mindful change is. To be mindful means to be “attentive, aware, or careful” of a thing. The “thing” here is our unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. The myriad of transitions experienced by our firm in 2022 dominate the focus of this annual report because each were mindful. That is, each were undertaken with our DEI objectives top of mind.

There is perhaps no better example of this than the transition from Bob Grand to Andrew Detherage as our firm managing partner. Indeed almost immediately after this shift was announced, Andy reached out to sit down and discuss our DEI commitment. We didn’t talk about programming. We didn’t talk about marketing or how to make those best law firms for (fill in the blank) lists. Instead, our focus was simple: how do we build on the transformative work achieved under Bob’s leadership (more about that later), to promote the retention and advancement of our diverse talent? See, we both agreed then (and remain aligned now), that while all of the accoutrements of DEI work are important,

More though, we hope that something in the pages that follow causes you to be further entrenched in your commitment to advancing DEI. It is our collective responsibility after all to ensure that our beloved profession is truly inclusive. Enjoy!

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A YEAR OF MINDFUL TRANSITION

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A YEAR OF MINDFUL TRANSITION

MEET ANDY

OUR NEW FIRM MANAGING PARTNER

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MEET ANDY

OUR NEW FIRM MANAGING PARTNER

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

if those diverse professionals we recruit do not stay and do not advance, then all is for naught. This was the discussion before day one, and thus the tone and focus throughout the year. Accordingly, through stories reflecting our marked demographic growth (especially amongst our partnership ranks), to our journey toward becoming Mansfield Certified, in the pages that follow we endeavor to showcase a bit of this mindfulness. As always, our hope is that you glean the depths of our commitment to change and emerge convinced of its authenticity.

MEET ANDY

OUR NEW FIRM MANAGING PARTNER

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2022 Grant Recipients

BOARD Members:

Connie Lahn (President) Allen Baum Michael Carrillo Roscoe Howard

Robert T. Grand Steven Merkel Dawn R. Rosemond

2022 Ex Officio:

INDUSTRY NOTEABLES

Installed Juneteenth as a firmwide holiday

Formalized Black Women Lead Collective

A signature professional development effort spearheaded by our Firm Diversity Partner and fully supported by firm leadership to ensure that Barnes & Thornburg sets the standard regarding the representation of Black women lawyers in leadership.

Barnes & Thornburg was one of only 43 U.S.-based law firms recognized for its level of disclosure of diversity-related metrics and distinguished performance against six core pillars: demographics, leadership and talent pipeline, recruitment and retention, business innovation and strategy, marketing, and diversity and inclusion in the community.

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, Brittney Lee, former marketing services manager and BTBlack co-lead, stepped into the firm's diversity, equity and inclusion director role. We are excited to have her help lead the direction of DEI at this firm and look forward to watching her thrive. Congratulations, Brittney!

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INDUSTRY NOTEABLES

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Recognized as “excelling” by Lawyers of Color® in its Black Students Guide To Law Schools and Firms based upon the firm’s strong contingent of Black/African-American lawyers.

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Earned improvement on 2022 American Lawyer Diversity Scorecard

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LEADERSHIP COUNCIL ON LEGAL DIVERSITY

Leadership Council on Legal Diversity

Meet our 2022 LCLD Fellow and Pathfinder

Christina Baugh

2022 LCLD Fellow

Chisara Ezie-Boncoeur

2022 LCLD Pathfinder

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Leadership At The Front pledge Bob Grand, Former Firm Managing Partner

MANSFIELD CERTIFIcation

In 2022, Barnes & Thornburg participated in Mansfield 5.0 and is now, Mansfield Certified! While taking steps to make sure that ALL of our talent is positioned for advancement has been a part of a longstanding core strategy, we saw becoming Mansfield Certified as a necessary step to further activate our commitment to lasting change.

Earning certification was only the beginning. In July of 2022, we registered for Mansfield 6.0. And whether part of a current cohort or not, we have begun the work to make sure that both the spirit and the letter of Mansfield are fully integrated into the way we do business. Click below to learn more about our Mansfield journey.

“The three most important ways to LEAD people are by example…by example…by example.” – Albert Schweitzer

MANSFIELD CERTIFICATION

Prelaw scholars program

In it’s second year, six recent undergraduates were selected to participate in Barnes & Thornburg’s Prelaw Scholars Program. The program is designed to assist students from underrepresented backgrounds interested in the legal profession and pursuit of a law degree. Barnes & Thornburg covers the cost of the students’ Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and the LSAT prep course. After successful completion of the LSAT, the firm will help them offset the cost of law school applications by providing funds for a credential assembly service.

And new in 2022, the Prelaw Scholars Program also provided the students with attorney mentors. Scholars selected for this program have demonstrated excellent academic and personal achievements, will be taking LSAT in the next 12 months, and have demonstrated a financial need.

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“As the first in my family to attempt to go to law school, I do not feel as if I have the resources to succeed. Having mentors and support from Barnes & Thornburg will make a world of difference!”

Kenna Chic, Georgetown University

Jiin Jeong, Hamilton College

“I am excited to be part of a diverse group of scholars who will be enriching the legal field and their communities with their experiences, passions, and commitments. I am looking forward to the mentorship and support from the program.”

Aylin Murillo-Valle, Xavier University of Louisiana

“I am excited for the opportunity to be a Barnes & Thornburg Prelaw Scholar because it means that I will be learning alongside experts who truly believe in the work that they are doing. It is preparation to serve a more compassionate and just society,”

Jeannine O. Nwade, University at Buffalo

“I am excited to be a Prelaw Scholar because I’ll have the opportunity to prepare for and take the LSAT without the financial burdens commonly associated with it. I’m also looking forward to working alongside exceptional mentors while growing close to the other amazing people in my cohort."

Moses Okpala, University of Illinois

"In my world, sometimes I feel alone, and parts of the world could get overwhelming, however, as a Prelaw Scholar the loneliness will be alleviated. I’ll have the support of people who have immense experience in the field of study that I am interested in and people who have been in my shoes before,” said Okpala, a Division 1 football player who is expected to graduate in May 2023 with a degree in psychology."

Iyunola O. Owoyemi, Alcorn State University

“I am excited and supremely grateful to be a Barnes & Thornburg Prelaw Scholar because of the mentorship the program offers. Also, I am confident that Barnes & Thornburg is a firm where my unique self can thrive and become a greater inspiration to girls like me globally.”

BY THE NUMBERS

PRELAW SCHOLARS PROGRAM

(Attorneys)

BY THE NUMBERS

Women

All Partners

23%

Associates

56.1%

Of counsel

45.7%

Minority*

All Partners

12%

Associates

25.1%

Of counsel

20.3%

* “Minority” for purposes of this report includes race/ethnicity, LGBTQ+, persons w/disabilities, and veterans

2.3% YOY

3.6% YOY

3.5% YOY

(effective 2023)

BY THE NUMBERS

New Partner Class

WOMEN

55%

LAWYERS OF COLOR

15%

LGBTQ+

10%

All Partner Promotions

WOMEN

52%

LAWYERS OF COLOR

13%

LGBTQ+

9.7%

(effective 2023)

BY THE NUMBERS

New Lateral Hires

WOMEN

56%

BIPOC

17%

LGBTQ+

4.2%

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

women

19%

minority

19%

Persons with Disabilities

1.4%

(Attorneys)

3% YOY

7% YOY

BY THE NUMBERS

department chairs

women

22%

minority

11.1%

C-Suite

women

50%

minority

16.7%

BY THE NUMBERS

2022 Summer Associate/Intern Class

WOMEN

61.1%

Students of Color

41.7%

LGBTQ+

8.3%

VETERAN

2.8%

Persons with Disabilities

2.8%

SUMMER ASSOCIATES + Implicit Bias Training

The Summer Associate Experience: Gaby And Blake, Two Diversity Scholars

In 2022, two of our 1L Diversity Scholars, Blake T. Welter and Gabriela Ocampo Serrano, asked if they could share some words about their experience as a Barnes & Thornburg 1L Diversity Scholar and as a summer associate. We said sure. What they had to say was pretty enlightening. Click the link to learn more.

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Blake T. Welter

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Implicit Bias Training with Nextions LLC

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BTBLACK SUMMIT

BTBlack Summit 2022

In November of 2022, BTBlack, Barnes & Thornburg’s Talent Resource Group for our Black and African American teammates, hosted an elevated and re-imagined BTBlack Summit. The Summit (which spanned two days), kicked off with a Management Committee reception, followed by dinner, program and tour of the We The Culture exhibit at the Newfields Museum, Dr. Collette Pierce Burnette, President and CEO.

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“A Sit-Down With BTLatinx”

“Some Big Talk With BTBlack – Still A Dream!?”

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Special Edition

Atlanta Women's SummiT “The Making, Reality and Power of a Trailblazer”

This special edition of Diversity Matters was recorded at the inaugural Barnes & Thornburg Atlanta Women's Summit. Featuring Suzanne Alcocer, general counsel and senior vice president of human resources at Granges Americas, Inc., Robin Dunson, chief legal officer and general counsel at Segra and Yasmine Murray, chief operating officer and general counsel at H.J. Russell & Co., this episode focuses on the experience of women and women of color as general counsel. Dawn R. Rosemond, host and firm diversity partner, discusses the group's career journey, the importance of representation, advice on ways to accelerate your career and how to overcome imposter syndrome, among other topics.

Awards and Highlights

“A Knock at Midnight” is an inspiring true story about unwavering belief in humanity and an urgent call to free those buried alive by lengthy prison sentences for nonviolent offenses. Brittany is a gifted young lawyer whose journey marks the emergence of a powerful new voice in the movement to transform the American criminal justice system. During the compelling discussion, Brittany shared her personal journey and provided helpful information regarding pro bono opportunities to assist those in need of representation.

The South Asian Bar Association of Chicago gave Barnes & Thornburg its annual diversity award at this year’s gala. Associates Megha Mathur and Charity Seaborn accepted the award on behalf of the firm at the gala. Chicago Office Managing Partner, Michael Carrillo, played a special part in this award for his support and leadership of the firm’s diversity initiatives.

SABA Chicago Names Firm as 2022 Diversity Equity & Inclusion Award Winner

Racial Justice Committee Presents: With Author Brittany K. Barnett

A Knock at Midnight

The Barnes & Thornburg Racial Justice Committee, chaired by partner Tom Hanson, hosted a firmwide virtual event with A Knock at Midnight author Brittany K. Barnett. Partner Michele Alexander and Associate Sarah Odion Esene, who co-lead the Racial Justice Committee subcommittee on criminal justice reform, moderated this fireside chat.

Michele Alexander Partner

Sarah Odion Esene Associate

Camille B. Conway

2022 camille Conway Diversity Award Recipient Partner, Alan K. Mills

Dr. King and Justice

Each year the nation pauses to celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We do too. Specifically, in conjunction with treating the day as a firmwide day of service, our prior year Camille Conway Diversity Award recipient also offers reflections on the legacy of Dr. King and the impact of same on our journey toward change. Our 2022 award recipient was partner and trailblazer, Alan K. Mills. His words were powerful and timely. Thank you Alan, for all that you have done (and continue to do) to advance diversity, equity and inclusion!

CHampion + Pathways

Partner Angela B. Freeman Indiana Minority Business Magazine 2022 Champion of Diversity

Minneapolis Office 11th Annual Women in Leadership: EXPLORING PATHWAYS

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Legal Primer Webinar For Black Small-Business Owners: Intellectual Property 101

Michael A. Battle Partner, Litigation Caitlin R. Byczko Partner, Intellectual Property Angela B. Freeman, M.S. Partner, Intellectual Property Darrick J. Hooker Partner, Intellectual Property, Litigation

PRESENTERS:

BTPride

Pride Parade 2022 (Indianapolis)

Marching for Change

CONTINUED INVESTMENT

Continued Investment In Our Talent and Our Future

In 2022, we made a number of personnel shifts all to the end of advancing our talent including onboarding a new Chief Legal Performance Officer, Litigation Practice Director, Chief of Staff and Chief Client Officer.

Kelly Mixon Morgan

Emily Feirman

Eleanor Smith

Chief Legal Performance Officer

Litigation Practice Director

Chief Client Officer

ENGAGEMENT, INVESTMENT AND A COMMITMENT TO CHANGE IN ALL 22 Barnes & Thornburg MARKETS INCLUDING SUPPORT AND/OR MEMBERSHIP IN MORE THAN 100 MARKETS NATIONWIDE THAT CHAMPION DEI

American Immigration Council American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Corporate Counsel Women of Color (CCWC) Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program (DAPP) Joseph Maley Foundation Lambda Legal Law Firm Antiracism Alliance (LFAA) Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) National Council on Patent Practicum Patent Pathways Membership in over 25 national and local affinity bar associations, such as National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), National Bar Association (NBA), Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA), and National LGBT Bar Association

THANK YOU BOB

THANKS, BOB

Robert T. Grand

Firm Managing Partner and Co-Chair, DEI Committee

2014-2022

The first commitment made by Bob in his LCLD Leaders At The Front pledge was to use his voice to “highlight the Firm’s core principles, including commitment to the development of a diverse workforce in which all voices are heard and all lawyers, of whatever nationality, race, gender, or sexual orientation, have a path to success.” Over the course of our six years together as co-chairs of our Diversity Committee (and quite frankly, over the course of our 26+ years as friends), this is what I have witnessed from Bob at pretty much every turn. Bottom line, we are a better, more inclusive, more informed, more equitable firm because of Bob Grand’s leadership and vision. So it is only fitting that we round out our 2022 DEI Annual Report with a resounding “thank you” to Bob. “Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.” – Sheryl Sandberg. Mission accomplished Bob! To learn more about Bob’s commitment to change on the DEI front, take a listen to his Diversity Matters podcast interview, A Legacy of Change.

SUMMER ASSOCIATES + Implicit bias training

TALENT RESOURCE GROUPS

BTBLACK SUMMIT

Diversity Matters Podcast

awards and highlights

Camille B. Conway award

Champion + Pathways

LEGAL PRIMER

BTPRIDE

by the numbers

continued investment

Thank you bob

Diversity Matters Podcast

awards and highlights

Camille B. Conway award

Champion + Pathways

LEGAL PRIMER

BTPRIDE

by the numbers

continued investment

Thank you bob

2022 DEI COmmittee

2022 DEI CoMMITTEE

2022 DEI COMMITTEE

MEET ANDY

OUR NEW FIRM MANAGING PARTNER

A YEAR OF MINDFUL TRANSITION

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BTBlack Summit 2022

Day 2 featured discussions focused on wellness, advancement and business development including a panel showcasing Trey Baker, Partner (DC), R. Anthony Prather (VP and GC of Indiana University), Monica Crain (Barnes & Thornburg Chief Human Resources Officer), Tavonna Harris Askew (Executive Director, Investigations & Right Environment at Cummins Inc.). The goal of BTBlack is to support, promote and help to advance our Black and African American teammates. The 2022 Summit checked all boxes!

READ REFLECTION

– Dawn R. Rosemond Firm Diversity Partner

Savannah Robinson

Chief of Staff

"The Explicit Impact of Implicit Bias: Interrupting Implicit Biases to Create More Inclusive Work Environments"

Ongoing DEI and implicit bias training are critical to our success and necessary to fully activate our commitment to change. So in Q1 of 2022, we partnered with national DEI consultant, Nextions LLC (under the leadership of Dr. Arin N. Reeves), to help us on our journey toward better. The training was firmwide, but was split into three learning modules so that each session could be tailored to each of the following groups: • Partners | C-Suite | Of Counsel and Directors • Associates | Staff Attorneys • Employees | LAAs and Business Professionals

The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education. - Martin Luther King Jr.

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ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

ANdrew J. Detherage Firm Managing Partner

DAWN R. ROSEMOND Firm Diversity Partner

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