J. Danielle Carr
About J. Danielle Carr
J. Danielle Carr serves as the Chief Officer of Inclusion, focusing on recruiting and inclusion training to promote diversity within legal teams. She has extensive experience in diversity and inclusion roles across various law firms, significantly impacting the legal industry's inclusivity.
Current Role as Chief Officer of Inclusion
J. Danielle Carr serves as the Chief Officer of Inclusion at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing diversity within legal teams through recruiting and inclusion training. Her efforts aim to foster a more inclusive environment within the legal industry.
Experience at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Prior to her current role, J. Danielle Carr worked at Lowenstein Sandler LLP as the Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to the firm's diversity initiatives and helped implement strategies to promote equity and inclusion within the organization.
Diversity and Inclusion Expertise
J. Danielle Carr has extensive experience in diversity and inclusion roles across multiple law firms. She has developed and implemented strategic plans tailored specifically for law firms and legal departments, aiming to enhance diversity and foster an inclusive culture within the legal profession.
Educational Background
J. Danielle Carr earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Northern Iowa, where she studied from 1984 to 1986. She later attended the University of Michigan Law School, achieving her Juris Doctor degree from 1986 to 1989. Her educational background supports her expertise in legal diversity and inclusion.
Previous Positions in the Legal Field
Throughout her career, J. Danielle Carr has held various significant positions in the legal field. She worked as Managing Director at Major, Lindsey & Africa from 2005 to 2007, and as Director of Professional Development & Inclusion at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. from 2007 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Polsinelli PC from 2016 to 2019, and as an Associate at Pugh, Jones & Johnson, P.C. from 1992 to 1994.