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Law firms are continuing diversity efforts cautiously as the Trump administration intensifies scrutiny of DEI programs. Many are shifting focus to race-neutral initiatives like open mentorship, broader hiring pools, and anti-bias training to avoid legal challenges. Some firms have scaled back or rebranded their diversity work altogether following federal inquiries and executive orders. While critics argue these programs may still cross legal lines, others see them as vital tools to address longstanding inequities in one of the least diverse professions.