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Today, we reflect on the powerful words of Dr. King: “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about the things that matter.” At Skillern Firm, we strive to uphold the values he championed—justice, inclusivity, and compassion. Family law is about standing up for what matters most: families, children, and the futures they deserve. Just as Dr. King inspired us to pursue equality and fairness, we are committed to advocating for our clients and ensuring their voices are heard during life’s most challenging moments. On this day, we honor his legacy by continuing to work toward a world that values inclusion, dignity, and the power of speaking up for what’s right. 💬 How are you honoring Dr. King’s legacy today? Share with us in the comments below. #MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr #JusticeForAll #Equality #Inclusivity #SkillernFirm #FamilyLaw #HoustonLawyers

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who led a movement with principles of nonviolence to change our laws, to make discrimination illegal. The changes the civil rights movement achieved extended far beyond Black people. Because of Black people, I as a white woman am protected from discrimination at work and school. I have recourse when someone sexually harasses me. When companies pay women less than men we can sue and get what is due to us. Universities have to resource women’s athletics. The list goes on. And as Dr. King described in this interview a year before a white supremacist assassinated him, the changes Black people struggled for did not result in true equality for Black people because the vast majority of white people are ambivalent, complicit, and resist true equality for Black people, as we have for 400 years. And on January 20, 2025, a racist, misogynistic, cruel and violent man was inaugurated President, to undo the work of the Civil Rights Movement, to Make America Great Again for white people by asserting our superiority and right to dominate.  92% of Black women voted for Kamala Harris and 53% of white women voted for 47, for the third Presidential election in a row. Many companies are announcing they are abandoning their commitments to diversity equity and inclusion, and broligarchs are weaponizing their platforms to spread racism far and wide. And so I am recommitting to my work of educating white people out of our racism, our complicity, our sense of superiority. As Dr. King wrote in his last book before a white supremacist assassinated him: “Whites, it must frankly be said, are not putting in a similar mass effort to reeducate themselves out of their racial ignorance. It is an aspect of their sense of superiority that the white people of America believe they have so little to learn.” Racism is not natural, it is a learned belief and behavior, a system for accumulating wealth and power, and what can be learned can be unlearned. Listen to Dr. King. https://lnkd.in/gjwZhu46

On this MLK Day, we reflect on the courage it takes to step forward and fight for justice, equality, and fairness. Just as Dr. King led with vision and dedication, we are committed to walking beside you, guiding you through each legal challenge with integrity and compassion. Let today be a reminder of the importance of standing up for what's right, no matter how steep the climb may seem. Together, we can create a more just and equitable future. #MLKDay #BarryCorradoGrassi #StandingUpForYou #FightingForJustice

August is National Civility Month and it encourages people to be respectful and courteous in their interactions. The month is a reminder to treat others with kindness, empathy, and respect, and to recognize when one's words may have caused offense. It also emphasizes that people can disagree without being disrespectful. GLP Attorneys is proud of its commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging (EIB) values in the law industry. Our dedication to justice goes beyond the courtroom– we also seek to change perceptions and behaviors in our communities.  To learn more about our EIB values, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/e79NYiJW #nationalcivilitymonth #kindness #respect #empathy #courtesy #disagreewithoutdisrespect #equity #inclusion #belonging #justice #community #positivechange #lawindustry #civility #GLPAttorneys #PNW #personalinjury #personalinjurylaw #lawfirm

At our firm, we embody this by advocating for every client—regardless of their background or story. Today, we honor Dr. King by continuing his fight for fairness and equality. #zarainjurylaw #MLK #MartinLutherKingJr #CivilRights #EqualityForAll #Nonviolence #DreamBig #SocialJustice #HumanRights #IHaveADream #MLKDay

The removal of the blindfold from Lady Justice symbolizes a shift in how we view justice today. Traditionally, the blindfold represented impartiality—justice without bias or prejudice. However, in modern contexts, removing the blindfold could signify that justice is no longer about being oblivious to context, but rather acknowledging the complexities of real-world situations. It suggests a system that sees and understands the nuances of society, being conscious of economic, social, and cultural factors, yet striving to remain fair. As legal professionals, we must ask ourselves: is this a positive evolution towards a more inclusive, aware judiciary? Or does it risk undermining the objectivity that justice is built upon? #Justice #LegalInsights #LawAndSociety #Equality #RuleOfLaw

The Appalachian School of Law, honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by committing to justice, equality, and service. May his dream inspire us to be the change we wish to see in the world. #MLKDay #ASL #Equality #JusticeForAll #asllaw #lawschool #asl #AppalachianSchoolofLaw #appalachianschooloflaw

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, the historic day on June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Not only must we take this day to reflect on the struggles and achievements of the Black community, but we must also recognize the ongoing fight for civil rights and social justice in our modern day society. It is imperative that we remain committed to advocating for justice, equality, and inclusion in all of our work. May we all honor this day by continuing to dismantle systemic injustices and promote a world in which everyone’s rights can be protected and respected. *ATTORNEY ADVERTISING* *PRIOR RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE A SIMILAR OUTCOME* #Attorney #Lawyer #Law #Lawfirm #Legal #Lawyers #NYC #Justice #AttorneyAtLaw #Attorneys #AttorneyLife #Litigation #CorporateGovernance #OperationalCompliance #ContractAgreements #Restructuring #KILegal #40WallStreet #Juneteenth #Equality #EqualRights #Emancipation #Freedom

Washington State currently holds the unfortunate distinction of being the nation's leader in hate crimes. This alarming reality demands immediate action, and The Black Sanctuary is rising to the challenge. On Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 6:30 PM, please join The Black Sanctuary and the Seattle Chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) for a vital event focused on driving awareness and initiating real change in the civil rights movement of today. This event will feature presentations by the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Attorneys' Offices. In the ongoing struggle to protect and advance civil rights, these institutions play a crucial role in upholding the law and ensuring that the rights of all citizens are respected and preserved. Please stand with us as we empower our community and forge a safer Washington. This call to action is not just an invitation—it's a moral imperative for everyone who believes in justice and equality. Your presence and support in this monumental effort, united by a shared vision of love and resilience, will ensure our future is undeniably brighter than our past. See you on May 30! #justice #humanrights #equality #activism #love #community #racism #education #racialjustice #antiracism #bethechange #activist #equity #civilrights #diversity #socialchange #hope #protest #change #ally #peace #equalrights #humanity #inclusion #equalityforall #law

"It's not too late to restore civility." In a time when division often feels louder than dialogue, Carol Merna, CEO at the Center for Prevention of Abuse, reminds us of the power of kindness, respect, and understanding in this opinion piece for the Journal Star. Let’s work together to rebuild bridges, focusing on what unites us, not what divides us. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gsY2ttF5