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Law Practice

May 8, 2007

S.F. Bar Association Names First Diversity Director

Signaling a push to address issues facing minority groups within the legal community, the Bar Association of San Francisco has tapped Napa Valley attorney Yolanda Jackson as its first diversity director. Industry insiders believe she'll succeed, provided she receives institutional backing.

By William-Arthur Haynes
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      SAN FRANCISCO - In November, the Bar Association of San Francisco circulated a want ad for a diversity director.
      The association was looking for someone conversant in issues facing minority groups within the legal community. Qualified candidates would possess "leadership, project-coordination and consensus-building skills."
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