We have a rich mix of people: men and women from nearly 50 countries and a wealth of cultural backgrounds and points of view; who work as colleagues in an uncommonly concerted way to meet clients’ needs and goals.

By The Numbers

  • Our lawyers come from nearly 52 countries and collectively speak more than 53 languages.
  • Nearly 30% of our lawyers were born outside of the United States, including 20% of our partners.
  • 25% of our lawyers are ethnic minorities, including 29% of our associates.
  • 40% of our associates and 21% of our partners are women.

Recognition

  • Davis Polk consistently ranks in the top 20 firms among all AmLaw 100 and 200 firms in Minority Law Journal's "Diversity Scorecard."
  • Davis Polk routinely ranks among the top firms in The American Lawyer’s A-List rankings of elite U.S. law firms, which measures the firm’s financial performance, pro bono activity, associate satisfaction and lawyer diversity.
  • In 2010, Davis Polk ranked 13th overall and 7th for minority percentage.
  • PepsiCo, a recognized leader on diversity issues among the Fortune 500, has awarded Davis Polk the William T. Coleman Award in both 2008 and 2009 in recognition of the firm's diversity efforts.