Boardman Clark values inclusion and belonging in the workplace. We strive to be a firm where everyone who works here feels valued regardless of their racial, ethnic or economic background, their gender identity or sexual orientation, being a person with a physical or mental disability, or their religious or political beliefs.
We believe that creating a more inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome improves employee engagement, improves the quality of the legal services we provide, and connects us to the communities we serve.
Consistent with that commitment, Boardman Clark actively encourages our attorneys and employees to learn about and be actively involved in the community.
To that end, here are some of the things we do:
Professional Development Programming
Through our IDEA group, Boardman Clark engages in outreach and provides professional development programming for UW Law School and Marquette Law School law students and affinity organizations.
A recent panel held in our boardroom for law students on the topic of "What is it like to be a first-generation lawyer?"
Providing Event Space to Nonprofits
Boardman Clark opens its space for use by our community partners such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County, Literacy Network, Sustain Dane, and others.
Literacy Network holds 50th anniversary celebration in Boardman Clark's atrium.
Facilitating Learning Opportunities
We develop learning sessions for employees in collaboration with non profits such as Rise Wisconsin, Urban League, Specialty Care Free Clinic, the Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness, the Latino Academy, and many others.
UW Law School Fellow Program
The Boardman Clark Summer Fellow program provides paid support to select UW Law School students who pursue summer internships in public interest.
Pro Bono
Boardman Clark is widely recognized in the profession for our pro bono efforts and we give our associate attorneys hours credit for pro bono work.
Paid Internship Opportunities
In partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County, Boardman Clark sponsors paid summer internships for local high school and college students interested in pursuing legal careers.
Project Support and Capital Contributions
We frequently support community initiatives through strategic partnerships and financial contributions. Examples include our flagship corporate sponsorship of the Madison Public Market (which includes working with its foundation and City of Madison to provide program support for entrepreneurship in underrepresented communities), our decades-long support of the Wisconsin Equal Justice Fund, and recent capital contributions for the development of the Madison Black Business Hub and the Center for Black Excellence.
Artist's rendering of the Madison Public Market, scheduled to open its doors in 2025.