Donna K. Lazarus

Donna advises clients on harassment and discrimination matters, and assists with drafting employment-related policies. She also works with a broad range of educational institutions, including independent schools, colleges, universities, professional training programs and education-related associations, advising them on a variety of legal matters, including board liability, student discipline, learning and other disabilities, employment matters, harassment and bullying, admissions, contracts and litigation issues. Read Donna Lazarus's full bio.
DOJ guidance on unlawful discrimination: Implications for DEI practices in the private sector
By Stephania Sanon, Chris Braham, Martin L. Schmelkin, Ronald E. Richman, Mark E. Brossman, Donna K. Lazarus and Scott A. Gold on Sep 18, 2025
Posted In Employee Benefits, Employment
On July 29, 2025, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a guidance memorandum that defines what it considers to be “unlawful discriminatory policies and practices” under federal civil rights laws. The guidance also includes a list of non-binding “best practices” to help entities decrease the risk of legal violations. While the guidance is primarily...
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