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.
Davis Polk, a prestigious law firm, has rescinded job offers to three students from Harvard and Columbia who led organizations that signed open letters criticizing Israel after the country was attacked by Hamas terrorists. The firm's chair and managing partner, Neil Barr, stated that the students' public statements were contrary to the firm's values and its commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment. Davis Polk is the latest employer to withdraw job offers to students linked to anti-Israel letters, following a series of similar actions by other companies. The backlash against Harvard has intensified after numerous student groups signed a letter blaming Israel for the violence.
Davis Polk, a prestigious law firm, rescinded job offers to three students from Columbia and Harvard who were believed to have led organizations that blamed Israel for a recent attack. However, the firm is reconsidering its decision for two of the students who claimed they did not authorize the letters. The situation highlights the challenges of navigating divisive political issues in the workplace. Another law firm, Winston & Strawn, also rescinded an offer to a student who blamed Israel for the attack. Some investors are calling on corporations to refuse to hire students affiliated with groups that criticize Israel's policies. Davis Polk has not yet made a final decision on whether to reverse its rescinded offers.
Davis Polk, one of the world's largest law firms, has rescinded job offers to three law students from Harvard and Columbia universities who were involved in student groups that signed statements critical of Israel's role in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The firm stated that the students' support for these letters was contrary to its values and its responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive work environment. Other companies, including Winston & Strawn, Sweetgreen, and FabFitFun, have also stated that they would not hire students associated with these letters.
Davis Polk, a law firm, has rescinded job offers to three law students from Harvard and Columbia, citing their involvement in student organizations that issued statements on the Israel-Hamas war conflicting with the firm's values. This follows a similar incident where a New York University law student lost a job offer over a statement on Israel. Tensions have been high on college campuses since the Hamas attacks on Israel, with student groups issuing statements expressing their views. CEOs and investors have also called for the release of the names of students involved in these statements, while tech leaders have withdrawn from a European conference due to criticism of Israel by the summit's CEO.
Davis Polk & Wardwell, a law firm, has rescinded job offers to three law students from Harvard and Columbia, citing their involvement in student organizations that issued statements on the Israel-Hamas war conflicting with the firm's values. This follows a similar incident where a New York University law student lost a job offer over a statement on Israel. Tensions have been high on college campuses since Hamas launched attacks on Israel, leading to counterattacks by the Israeli Defense Forces. CEOs and investors have called on Harvard to disclose the names of students involved in the statements, and tech leaders have withdrawn from a European conference after the CEO criticized Israel.
Davis Polk has adopted a mandatory four-day office policy, following Skadden's lead, starting from Labor Day. The firm believes that in-office attendance is critical for professional development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and creating meaningful relationships. The firm will also introduce an annual remote day "bank" policy, allowing 16 remote workdays per year. The decision to adopt a four-day policy is not a surprise, as the firm had previously signaled its waning faith in its existing office policy.
