NEW YORK – May 19, 2021 – Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has 11 women attorneys named to the shortlist of Euromoney Legal Media Group’s “Women in Business Awards 2021.” The publication also shortlisted Greenberg Traurig in 14 law firm categories. The award ceremonies will take place virtually; the Americas ceremony will be held on June 10, 2021, and the Europe ceremony will be held on June 24, 2021.
According to Euromoney, the award series honors women attorneys who are at the forefront of their practice areas and are leaders in business law, and firms that have developed progressive initiatives towards diversity and inclusion. Criteria include the ratio of female-to-male lawyers (at all levels of seniority), the retention of women associates to partner level, and relevant diversity initiatives. Individual winners are selected based on their professional accomplishments as well as advocacy and influence over the last 12 months.
Greenberg Traurig women attorneys were shortlisted in the following categories:
- Best in Life Sciences – Lori G. Cohen (Americas)
- Best in Banking & Finance – Cindy J.K. Davis (Americas)
- Best in Structured Finance – Sylvie A. Durham (Americas)
- Best in Insolvency & Bankruptcy – Shari L. Heyen (Americas)
- Best in Patents – Melissa Hunter-Ensor, Ph.D. (Americas)
- Rising Star: Finance – April Kim (Americas)
- Rising Star: Finance – Paulina Kimla-Kaczorowska (Europe)
- Best in Environmental – Jillian C. Kirn (Americas)
- Best in Technology – Mary-Olga Lovett (Americas)
- Best in Product Liability – Sara K. Thompson (Americas)
- Best in Labour and Employment – Natasha L. Wilson (Americas)
The firm was shortlisted in the following categories:
- Women in Business Law – International Firm (Americas)
- Women in Business Law – International Firm (Europe)
- Best international firm for Work-Life Balance (Americas)
- Work-Life Balance – International Firm (Europe)
- Best international firm for Pro Bono (Americas)
- Pro Bono – International Firm (Europe)
- Best international firm for Talent Management (Americas)
- Best international firm Latin America practice (Americas)
- Gender diversity – International Firm (Europe)
- Mentorship Programme – International Firm (Europe)
- Minority Women Lawyer – International Firm (Europe)
Greenberg Traurig was also shortlisted in three different regions based on the ration of men to women attorneys in each office at every level. According to Euromoney, the selection is also based on the firm’s overall submissions. Greenberg Traurig is recognized in the following jurisdictions:
- US – Midwest
- Mexico
- Poland
About Greenberg Traurig’s Women’s Initiative: Greenberg Traurig is committed to its women lawyers’ success, which includes a firmwide women’s affinity group encompassing recruiting, retention, and business development. The firm regularly collaborates with like-minded organizations to address these issues on a broader scale in a variety of industries and communities. Greenberg Traurig also takes thoughtful action to address issues such as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, breaking the glass ceiling, mentoring, creating and maintaining healthy lifestyles, and giving back to the community. Twitter: @GTLawWomen
About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2200 attorneys in 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. The firm is net carbon neutral with respect to its office energy usage and Mansfield Rule 3.0 Certified. Web: www.gtlaw.com