The Carmody Commitment

Carmody’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiative seeks to:

  • Foster increased diversity among Carmody lawyers and staff.
  • Lead the development of an inclusive culture.
  • Support the efforts of clients and community partners in striving to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in their sector.

Our vision of diversity encompasses age, ability, veteran status, racial or ethnic background, LGBTQ+ identity, national origin, socioeconomic background, religion, neurodiversity, gender identity and diversity of thought, beliefs, and perspectives.

This vision aligns with our commitment to creating the best and brightest teams that are free from discrimination or bias.  

Our inclusive teams contribute to our culture of excellence. Our Firm was recognized with a Firm Excellence Award by the Northeast Black Law Students Association in 2025.  Our Firm was also recognized by “Top Workplaces” as the top mid-sized employer in Connecticut in 2024. 

Action

We have hosted numerous programs and events to educate and support our teams, as well as future generations of legal professionals:

  • Hosted the New England Black Law Students Association CT-Sub Region Academic Retreat in 2022, 2023 and 2024
  • A “Safe Space Training: Common LGBTQIA+ Terminology and Inclusive Language” presented by Stamford Pride
  • “A Half-Century of Changing Attitudes on LGBTQI+ Rights in Connecticut” led by Former State Representative Joseph Grabarz Jr.
  • Collaborated with the George W. Crawford Black Bar Association to host a panel discussing how legislation affects Black communities, which included representatives from the state Senate, Connecticut Public Defenders’ Office, and the Greater Hartford Chapter of the NAACP
  • “Mental Health Awareness for Legal Professionals” presented by Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Connecticut
  • “Queer Eye for the Legal Professional” presented by Stevie Tran and Nathan Arrowsmith of TranArrowsmith, a queer-owned law firm
  • The Multigenerational Workforce virtual workshop led by Joelle Murchison from The ExecMommy Group
  • Workshop on Neurodiversity in recognition of Autism Awareness Month
  • Discussion of the film “Driving While Black: Race, Space and Mobility in America” led by the film’s producer Dr. Gretchen Sorin
  • Panel discussion entitled “Mentorship & Sponsorship-Breaking Barriers to Advancement and Equity” presented in conjunction with banking-sector client
  • Trainings on racism and allyship led by the National Conference for Community and Justice

Engagement

  • Carmody is a founding member of Connecticut’s statewide Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity (“LCD”) and continues to support its mission to create a more diverse group of law school bound students.
  • Carmody supports the work of New Haven Promise, Waterbury Promise, Stamford’s Mayor’s Youth Employment Program, and Marian Work Study by offering internship opportunities to students who have not previously had access to careers in the legal industry.
  • Carmody lawyers and staff are active in the CBA’s Diversity & Inclusion Pledge and Plan Signatories’ Group, and the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce’s Diversity & Inclusion Council. We also support the work of affinity bar associations through membership, event attendance and meaningful sponsorships, including:
    • Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association
    • Connecticut Italian American Bar Association
    • George W. Crawford Black Bar Association
    • National Black Lawyers
    • National Italian American Bar Association
    • Northeast Black Law Students Association
    • South Asian Bar Association of Connecticut

Opportunity

We are dedicated to providing opportunities for all in the legal profession, and constantly work to support a diverse pipeline of applicants for all Firm positions.

  • Carmody recruits on campus through UConn Law School’s Early Careers Initiative and through the New England Black Law Student Association’s annual job fair, among other sources.
  • Carmody offers seasonal internship programs, across all offices, for students with no prior law firm experience, who are interested in pursuing a career in the law. Read more about our internship program.
  • Carmody’s hiring and recruitment programs are free from bias, and consistently reviewed to ensure they reflect current best practices. 

For more information on recruitment and hiring, visit our Careers Opportunities page.

Carmody’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team comprises lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, and members of the firm’s administrative and operations teams with monthly meetings that are open to all. The DEI team is led by Managing Partner Richard L. Street (he/him/his) and DEI Co-chair Amanda C. Nugent (she/her/hers).

Please contact Amanda Nugent for more information.