SAN FRANCISCO/ September 2, 2008 -- Littler Mendelson, P.C. (Littler) is pleased to announce that it has achieved recognition from numerous organizations because of its dedication to creating a desirable work environment for attorneys.
Most recently, Littler earned the highest possible rankings from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF), VAULT and Working Mother Magazine. These organizations performed detailed analyses on workplace standards and employee satisfaction.
“We care about our employees and we strive to provide the best work environment for every one of them,” said Marko Mrkonich, president and managing director of the firm. “This is part of our effort to maximize job satisfaction for each member of the Littler team, and in turn, it relates directly to our commitment to provide the highest quality of client service.”
The firm received the highest rating of 100 on the HRCF 2009 Corporate Equality Index and Best Places to Work Survey. The HRCF is the educational arm of the nation’s largest advocacy group for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. The survey examines the efforts of large U.S. employers put forth to create equality for members of the LGBT community, and they are then given a rating ranging from 0 to 100.
VAULT ranked Littler #1 for “Best in Partner Labor & Employment” for 2009, which is based on surveys completed by associates and shareholders, both internal and external, regarding pros and cons of partnership, their work lives and the job’s most important functions. Also notable is the #1 VAULT ranking Littler received for “Best in Labor & Employment” for 2009, which is based on ratings by associate attorneys external to the firm.
In its August/September issue, Working Mother Magazine recognized Littler as one of the “50 Best Law firms for Women.” The firm earned this important ranking because of Littler’s high percentage of women attorneys, flexible work schedules, the number of leadership positions held by women and initiatives to assist women.
“Littler is a place where diverse attorneys can come for equal opportunities,” said Lori Brown, office managing shareholder of Littler’s Miami office and director on the firm’s board, who appreciates the inclusive culture as a woman in a leadership role as well as a member of the GLBT community. “Littler excels in promoting diversity across the firm. Its leaders are committed to creating internal initiatives which open doors for people and promote balance between work and family obligations.”
About Littler Mendelson
With more than 700 attorneys and 45 offices in major metropolitan area nationwide, Littler Mendelson is the largest firm in the country exclusively devoted to representing management in employment, employee benefits, and labor law matters. The firm’s client base ranges from Fortune 500 companies to small-business owners. Established in 1942, the firm has litigated, mediated and negotiated some of the most influential cases and labor contracts in the nation’s history. For more information, visit littler.com.