AFSVets

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Advocacy. Mentoring. Recruiting. Community Outreach.

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As a group of active, reserve, former, and retired military and uniformed service employees, AFSVets recognizes and appreciates the unique skills our members’ service adds to their perspective and welcomes that experience within the firm, in partnerships with our clients, and in our pro bono engagements. ArentFox Schiff is proud to have members of this community among its ranks and looks forward to the contributions that AFSVets will bring to the firm and our communities.

AFSVets is led by the Army-Navy team of CPT Mir Ali, USA and LCDR Tan Anderson, USN. Tan completed ten years of active and reserve service as a nuclear submarine officer. Mir served seven years active duty and completed two combat tours in Afghanistan as a Detachment Commander of a Special Forces A-Team. Out of respect and appreciation for the firm’s support of veterans and reservists, they co-founded AFSVets with other active, reserve, former, and retired military and uniformed service employees. Tan and Mir are honored to co-lead this group.

AFSVets Benefits

Salary

Salary differential paid for staff & attorneys involuntarily recalled to active duty.

Creditable Hours

Creditable hours for staff & associates for reserve duty.

Consideration

Consideration of experience credit for veterans in assessing seniority for new hires.

Veteran-Focused

Using veteran-focused recruiters for open job positions.

Representation

Ensuring someone from AFSVets is represented in the interviewing process for all veteran candidates.

Mentorship

Creating a mentorship program for new veteran hires.

Members of AFSVets include reserve, former, and retired members of the US Army, US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Air Force, US National Guard, and US Coast Guard. At ArentFox Schiff, AFSVets include Partners, Associates, and professional staff.

Diversity Scholarship

At ArentFox Schiff, diversity, equity, inclusion, and empowerment are part of our DNA. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where every individual knows they are valued, seen, heard, and a vital part of our firm.

Each year, the firm awards up to five diverse law students with a Diversity Scholarship and a salaried position in the firm’s summer associate program. The Scholarship Program is part of our efforts to increase diversity at the firm and in the legal profession. Since 2006, we have awarded dozens of scholarships to diverse law students across the country.

Learn more about our Diversity Scholarship.

AFS Career Opportunities

We want you! At ArentFox Schiff, we value Veterans’ unique experiences. Click here to see our open positions.

Questions?

Contact Alison Bygrave, Director of Diversity & Inclusion

From Military Service to Client Service

“So much success in the military has to do with leadership skills and teamwork, and that all transfers over to legal practice as well.”

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“The Navy taught me to confront technical challenges with confidence and determination. There’s a saying in submarines to “nuke it out,” which means to figure out challenges using the building blocks learned in nuclear engineering training.”

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“I found enjoyment in commanding troops and serving as the battalion commander’s adjutant. I gained extensive leadership experience that proved valuable in my practice and as the managing partner of my previous firm.”

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“Both of my deployments instilled in me the idea that we — as humans — all have much more in common than it would seem. Our commonalities transcend languages and the borders that separate us.”

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“My time in the CCP helped me develop my skills as a servant-leader who listens, guides, and is present for others. I rely on these skills daily as a lawyer, particularly in my work with trusts and estates.”

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“The greatest lesson I learned was that leadership equals taking care of your people. You might not think it, but that lesson translates quite well to our teams at ArentFox Schiff serving our clients.”

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“There’s a well-known military philosophy — adapt and overcome — that has served me well as an attorney. As an officer and attorney, you never know when you will have to change your tactics or strategy or take on a new task at the last minute.”

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“My military experience instilled in me the importance of continuously learning new skills and information, adapting to ever-changing circumstances and schedules, and managing stressful situations that often require quick action. These attributes align well with the demands of legal practice.”

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“During the final 12 years of my service, I held various positions as a military judge. The role of a judge was immensely rewarding – I relished the intellectual challenge and the responsibility of ensuring that justice was upheld in every case.”

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“My experience as a merchant mariner and SSO taught me to excel under pressure and communicate effectively in challenging situations.”

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“My military experience taught me the importance of good order and discipline, respecting the chain of command, the importance of organization, and understanding that every client has a story to tell.”

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“The things I remember most are the sacrifices people make for freedom and a better life, the ability for people from the most varied backgrounds to work together to achieve common goals, and the will of humans to do literally anything for a better life.”

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Professional Opportunities

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Empowering Success

AFS Careers for Professionals

Find open opportunities for professionals at ArentFox Schiff.

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Why ArentFox Schiff

Challenging projects. Talented peers.

What sets ArentFox Schiff apart is our people. Our constant goal is to create a workplace that reflects the talent, diversity, and innovation found in the clients we serve. Let us know if you want to be a part of our world.

Collegiality

People enjoy working here because we let people be themselves. Think of it as equal opportunity for non-conformers. We care about growth too, as in professional achievement and personal development. And we know that balancing work and life is the key to optimum performance.

Opportunity

People enjoy working at ArentFox Schiff because we encourage them to be entrepreneurial. Have a good idea? Pursue it. Need more training? We’ll provide it. Think of working here as equal opportunity for high-achievers. Attracting and retaining top talent is one key to our success. Equally important is the personal development and professional achievement that follows.

Rewards

Attracting and retaining top talent is the key to our success. Our compensation philosophy rewards contributions and reflects the competitiveness of the legal marketplace.

Balance

ArentFox Schiff understands the need to balance a busy professional life with commitments outside of work. In addition to a full complement of employee benefits, we offer programs that give peace of mind.

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Attorney Opportunities

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Make Your Move

AFS Careers for Attorneys

Find open opportunities for attorneys at ArentFox Schiff.

We Are…

Practical We deliver business-oriented legal counsel that helps clients achieve their commercial goals.

Entrepreneurial We commit the necessary time, resources, and innovation to serve our clients’ best interests.

Trusted ArentFox Schiff is deeply rooted in government service and committed to the administration of justice.

Smart In Your World ArentFox Schiff has earned its reputation for understanding our clients’ business, their industry, and their world.

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You’re in the Driver’s Seat

50% Executive Committee members are Lateral Partners.

50% Practice Group Leaders are Lateral Partners.

Support You Need High-level management gives laterals the one-on-one attention that helps them become part of the ArentFox Schiff community.

Room to Grow Attorneys with passion and drive can build a practice that fits their personality. You don’t have to fit a particular mold to succeed.

Meritocracy There is no limit to what you can do at ArentFox Schiff. We let talent do its thing.

By the Numbers

54% Lawyers from Diverse Backgrounds Lawyers from diverse* backgrounds represent 54% of the firm’s attorneys.

40% Women Lawyers Women lawyers represent 40% of ArentFox Schiff attorneys, including 31% of partners.

65% Summer Associates from Diverse Backgrounds Since 2019, each of our summer associate classes has been composed of at least 65% law students from diverse backgrounds.

88% Business Professionals from Diverse Backgrounds Business professionals from diverse backgrounds represent 88% of the firm’s staff.

69% Women Business Professionals Women business professionals represent 69% of AFS staff, including 51% of c-suite and director levels.

Equity Focused ArentFox Schiff continues to participate and support Mansfield Certification and the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index.

*We align our definition of “diverse” with Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule, which includes women, racial/ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.

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