At EBG, collaboration thrives through collegiality, and teamwork is celebrated. Mentorship fosters professional development, while selflessness and generosity guide our actions toward collective success.
At Epstein Becker Green, we are deeply committed to upholding our CORE values, which form the foundation of everything we do.
We believe in fostering collaboration, creating opportunities, and building strong relationships to ensure excellence.
Together, these values guide us as we strive to make a positive impact and achieve our shared goals to promote firm citizenship, perform pro bono work and community service, and pursue justice for ourselves and our communities.
"I think the center of our Core Value is really respect for our mission—for what we're about and what we're trying to do. And so it affects our relationships because we show that respect to our colleagues and to our clients. … I think of the term 'thoughtfulness,' meaning one of our concepts is we’re 'thought leaders.' And, for me, the word 'thoughtfulness' really captures what we want to be about. Yes, we want to be full of thoughts, lots of great ideas—for clients, for our colleagues—but we also want to be 'thoughtful' in the concept of being considerate."
— Jim Flynn, Managing Director / Member of the Firm
Our CORE Values: Collaboration, Opportunity, Relationships, Excellence
- Collaboration
- Opportunity
With an entrepreneurial spirit and an innovative approach, we seize every opportunity, demonstrating adaptability and creativity while embracing optimism for the future.
- Relationships
In our supportive environment, relationships are built on respect, honesty, and empathy. We prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting an atmosphere where belonging and well-being are at the forefront of every interaction.
- Excellence
With a focus on excellence and thought leadership, we deliver outstanding client service through our deep industry knowledge, effective communication, and quality advocacy.
Well-Being Matters
We proudly signed the ABA Well-Being Pledge, recognizing that high levels of problematic substance use and mental health distress present a significant challenge for the legal profession and that more can—and should—be done to improve the health and well-being of lawyers.
This pledge is one that Epstein Becker Green has long lived by implicitly, having adopted the elements of its framework in pieces over time. Affirming the pledge expressly in writing matters greatly in further removing these issues from the shadows and reducing any stigma that may deter lawyers from seeking help. We encourage our attorneys to prioritize their well-being and foster an environment marked by care, respect, and dignity.
Diversity Commitment
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are embedded into our firm's Core Values. We've always known that a diversity of backgrounds and views is critical to organizational strength and resilience. As a result, we've been diverse since our founding in 1973.
Additionally, we know that positive progress toward diversity and inclusion requires an ongoing commitment. We adopted the Mansfield Rule, administered by Diversity Lab, in order to take measurable, intentional steps to support greater diversity in our law firm and maintain an inclusive environment in which all attorneys and staff can develop to their full potential. Learn more about our business and professional development training; our pipeline, mentoring, and shadowing programs; and our affinity support groups.
Celebrating Our Core Values
2024 Core Values Champions
Elizabeth Lynch |
Genevieve Murphy-Bradacs (Senior Counsel) and Zachary Taylor (Associate) |
Wendy G. Marcari |
2023 Core Values Champions
Thalia M. Bowen |
Megan Robertson |
Lesley R. Yeung |
2022 Core Values Champions
Daniel De Carvalho |
Erin Sutton |
Gregory Harris Epstein |
2021 Core Values Champions
Ohio Launch Team |
Nivedita B. Patel |
Paul DeCamp |
2020 Core Values Champions
Joyce Yi |
Nancy Gunzenhauser Popper |
Peter A. Steinmeyer |
2019 Core Values Champions
Tracey Jenkins |
Kathleen Barrett |
James J. Oh |
2018 Core Values Champions
Anna (Annie) Jo Burgess |
Scheherazade A. Wasty |
Laurajane B. Kastner |