Organizational Culture: Change & Compliance

Shifting economic, market, and political ecosystems mean that businesses face mounting scrutiny and challenges associated with workplace culture practices, inclusion efforts, governance, and ethical standards. Morgan Lewis understands these dynamics—from establishing new workplace compliance processes, to managing business change and market disruptions, to hiring and retaining talent while mitigating risk. We partner with clients to create compliant, high-performing, inclusive workplaces while enhancing commercial resilience—positioning them to lead with confidence in local, regional, national, and global markets.

Compliance, Governance & Litigation

Our team partners with clients to establish resilient regulatory frameworks and operational best practices that proactively manage risk in today’s workplace terrain. From boardroom governance to ground-level implementation, our tactical legal solutions span preventative measures and remedial actions that safeguard organizational interests. Our work for clients includes:

  • Conducting pay equity analyses and demographic assessments 
  • Structuring board-level governance mechanisms and disclosure planning protocols
  • Leading investigations into harassment, misconduct, and retaliation allegations
  • Analyzing workforce policies supporting talent acquisition and inclusion objectives
  • Providing discrete dispute resolution and strategic advocacy before federal and state employment agencies, and effective litigation defense
  • Supporting clients in navigating legal and operational issues related to federal contracts and contractors across jurisdictions

Culture, Conduct & Reputation

Despite its intangible nature, workplace culture leaves unmistakable fingerprints on everything from talent retention to regulatory investigations and market standing—often determining whether an organization merely survives or emerges stronger. We help clients:

  • Deliver comprehensive cultural assessments that balance workplace dynamics with potential vulnerabilities
  • Advise on leadership tone and fiduciary responsibilities to reduce misconduct risk
  • Conduct audits to maximize inclusive cultures while remaining compliant with federal, state, and local DEI directives
  • Provide crisis communication guidance during acute events that risk significant financial loss and reputational harm

Change Management & Impact

Organizational transformation demands both effective planning and vigilant regulatory compliance without sacrificing operational momentum. Our approach to advisory services transcends conventional change management by embedding legal foresight into every phase, addressing the subtle compliance implications that frequently derail otherwise well-conceived initiatives. We excel in:

  • Developing policy revisions addressing evolving regulatory standards and their impact on business practices
  • Establishing governance frameworks for philanthropy, corporate giving, and volunteerism
  • Delivering customized training on legal and corporate compliance issues and management and human resources skills