Not diverse whitesplaining macroaggressive trigger warning , but I worked at a firm that did these programs . Firms want workers who will produce for the firm , regardless of racesexualityetc . They do these diversity SAs because they want workplace diversity , but finding a good worker is still priority # 1 . For your diversity statement , I would weave in the fact that firm workbig transactionscutting edge litigationetc . is what you ' ve always dreamed of doing with your life keep it believable . Basically anything that will make the firm think they ' ve scored someone who is diverse AND will be successful with them longterm . Not to be jaded , but I really don ' t think firms are as concerned about the diverse perspective you bring as a law school admissions board might be . Firms want to check the diversity box and keep making money .