Thompson & Knight Recognized for Diversity Efforts

Dallas, TX, February 20, 2007 --(PR.com)-- Thompson & Knight LLP is proud to announce the Firm has been selected as one of Multicultural Law’s 2007 Top 100 Law Firms for Diversity. The rankings are based on statistics compiled from diversity surveys submitted by more than 200 law firms.

“Thompson & Knight has taken crucial steps toward reaching our goal of becoming the diversity, inclusion, and accountability model for our legal, local, national, and global communities," says Pauline E. Higgins, Partner and Chief Diversity Officer. “We are honored to be recognized for these efforts,” she says.

Multicultural Law magazine promotes diversity in the legal profession by encompassing power, leadership, and integrity. Now in its third year, the magazine is circulated to over 40,000 professionals in the legal community and strives to give accomplished lawyers advice, information, and motivation.

About Thompson & Knight

Since 1887, Thompson & Knight LLP has consistently made a positive impact on its clients’ successes. With its practice focused on the energy industry, the Firm has extensive resources in litigation, tax, insolvency, and international energy matters. The Firm has approximately 420 attorneys, and has offices and alliances in North America, South America, Europe, and Africa. Thompson & Knight represents companies, government entities, and individuals in local, regional, and national markets around the world.

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