Understanding and Eliminating Bias in the Legal Profession

As human beings, our everyday decision-making is unavoidably affected by implicit biases, stereotypes, and other types of cognitive biases. However, as attorneys, it is imperative that we understand these biases and take steps to ensure they do not have unfair or harmful consequences. In this program, viewers will learn about unconscious bias and the consequences they can have on us as professionals. The presenter will also help viewers recognize their own implicit biases and take steps to mitigate their influence over our professional lives.