"Davis Polk Controversy: Retaliation Suit Resolved Amid Diversity Concerns"

A Manhattan federal jury quickly absolved Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP and two lawyers of liability in a Black former associate’s suit alleging he was fired in retaliation for airing concerns about racial bias and diversity. The jury reached their verdict after just over two hours of deliberations, and U.S. District Judge Gregory H. Woods thanked them for their service. Despite the odd behavior of the attorneys, the case concluded with the decision that Davis Polk was not liable.