Inclusion and Opportunity

FortneyScott attorneys advise employers in a range of industries on the development, enhancement and implementation of legally compliant programs related to inclusion and opportunity. Our attorneys have significant experience with equal employment opportunity compliance. We are equally well versed in potential litigation risks associated with inclusion and opportunity-related programs and initiatives.


FortneyScott advises on a broad range inclusion and opportunity-related matters and, when necessary, a team of statisticians and labor economists. Our services include:


  • Audits of inclusion and opportunity-related programs to ensure legal compliance
  • Enhancements to existing inclusion and opportunity-related programs
  • Implementation of strategic plans related to recruitment and employee development
  • Development and review of policies regarding workplace conduct, harassment and non-discrimination
  • Development and execution of employee and management training related to civility in the workplace, implicit bias, and bystander intervention
  • Develop and conduct climate surveys
  • Advise on strategic communication plans
  • Conducting privileged pay equity analyses, including wage gap and glass ceiling assessments



  • WASHINGTON DC EXPERTISE

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  • EEOC COMPLIANCE

    FortneyScott represents and counsels employers nationwide on complying with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations. Learn more...

  • FEDERAL CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE

    FortneyScott represents and counsels federal contractors nationwide on complying with nondiscrimination obligations enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, in addition to the new federal contractor requirements under the Trump Administration. Learn more...

  • INTERNATIONAL

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  • PAY EQUITY

    The rapidly evolving area of pay equity poses unique and complex challenges for employers. Learn More...

  • WAGE AND HOUR

    FortneyScott represents and counsels employers and government contractors in complying with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Learn More...

  • WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS

    FortneyScott provides experienced and legally compliant workplace investigations for employers. Learn More...