Jan 28, 2022
In this episode, Kathryn talks to Peter Lynch, Cozen O'Connor's Office Managing Partner, on why he went to law school and how he chose his practice area. Peter discusses why he values D&I programs at business and bar association levels. He shares why he founded DisabilityRightsNow along with the organization's objectives. The legal profession has fallen behind in the hiring of people with disabilities. Thus, Peter poses some solutions that the legal industry may implement to correct this historical error.
Episode Resources
- https://www.disabilityrightsnow.com
- https://www.paypal.com/donate/
Episode Highlights - Who is Peter Lynch and why did he enter law school? - 0:28
- The shift from marines to law - 2:54
- Training and practices experienced by Peter - 4:56
- Importance of the initiatives on diversity and inclusion - 8:21
- Founding of DisabilityRightsNow: fair treatment to people with disability - 10:20
- Education and employment on people with disability - 15:23
- The diversity fellowship program - 16:59
- What is the real blockade?: the unconscious bias and blatant discrimination - 19:20
- The solution to the problem: employment, accommodations, and
inclusivity - 23:43
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