Western New England University School of Law will host Attorney Talia Gee (L'10/G'12), on Monday, February 24, at 12:00 noon in the Blake Law Center Faculty Lounge, as part of the School's Color of Law Discussion Series. Seating is limited. Reservation is required by contacting Professor Bridgette Baldwin at bbaldwin@law.wne.edu. Lunch will be served.
As Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Gee is responsible for the development and implementation of proactive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in hiring, career development, and leadership opportunities in support of the City of Springfield's strategic plan to continue to foster a working environment where all have an opportunity to succeed.
Attorney Gee is a graduate of St. John's University in New York City and she received her MBA and Juris Doctor from Western New England University. Gee previously worked at Community Legal Aid, the law firm of Sullivan, Hayes & Quinn, and the New York Yankees. Attorney Gee has primarily practiced labor and employment law, focusing on civil rights and discrimination. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Springfield Boys & Girls Club and is the co-creator of the "How to Wear Your Crown" event which focuses on the empowerment of Springfield area teenage girls.
The Color of Law series is designed to engage Western New England University law students with attorneys, professionals, and judges of color. The series provides students an opportunity to network with people of color from the legal community and learn about various career paths.
Seating is limited. Reservation is required by contacting Professor Bridgette Baldwin at bbaldwin@law.wne.edu.
