Lloyd Freeman

Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC

Lloyd Freeman is the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC, responsible for advancing and expanding diversity throughout the firm and across the legal industry.1 2 He develops and drives the firm's diversity initiatives related to attorney hiring, retention, and advancement, while overseeing the firm's Diversity & Inclusion Council.1

Career Highlights

Leads diversity and inclusion efforts at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC since 20201 3
Previously served as a litigation partner and Chief Diversity Officer at another firm1
Sought-after speaker on diversity-related topics1
Hosts the podcast "Dimensions of Diversity"1

Achievements and Recognition

Named a Diversity in Business Honoree by the Philadelphia Business Journal in 20221
Awarded the Mel Narol Excellence in Diversity Award by the New Jersey State Bar Association in 20241
Received the Corporate Leadership Award from the Philadelphia Business Journal in 20241 3

Community Involvement

Founded and chairs the Burlington Camden Achievement Foundation1
Past president of the Garden State Bar Association (GSBA)1
Immediate past chairman of the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region1
Serves on the boards of Howard University School of Business, Philadelphia Ballet, and Doane Academy1

Lloyd Freeman's efforts have contributed to Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC being recognized nationally for its diversity initiatives, including being named a Best Diversity Initiative Award Finalist by The American Lawyer in 2024.1