What is Diverse Tech Law? We are an initiative that seeks to create a pipeline into tech for the next generation of legal professionals to ensure it is diverse and well-equipped. We realize that as big as tech is, catapulted by AI, the sector is poised to 2x in the next decade with the emergence of new companies and the evolution of companies already in existence. This will undoubtedly increase the need for legal talent in the tech sector.

Currently, the legal talent pool in tech is not diverse and has no identifiable pipeline for those interested in tech. Additionally, the legal profession more broadly has lagged in up-skilling and embracing technology centric practice areas such as cybersecurity, privacy and now AI. This will widen the diversity gap if left unattended.

We realize the legal pipeline for tech should reflect ALL people and want anyone part of our community to see themselves reflected in it. Black, brown, and women are historically left out by default, but we seek to include and advocate for other identified underrepresented groups as well. We intend to achieve this by facilitating opportunities for people to 1) connect regularly, 2) up-skill into tech-focused practice areas and 3) break into—and matriculate through—tech. We are building something special and lasting, and ask for your support.