There are concerns among some of the firm’s London lawyers that the changes could impact on the firm’s government work, which requires the firm to provide information about its diversity record. Additionally, there is concern about decisions being made in the U.S. that affect non-U.S. offices with little consultation.

The changes to its website were addressed in an internal town hall for BCLP lawyers, one person with knowledge of the firm said.

BCLP was not one of the 20 law firms  contacted   earlier this week by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, requesting information about their DEI-related employment practices.

Earlier this week, Law.com  reported   that Hogan Lovells and Latham & Watkins—both contacted by the EEOC—had also removed certain sections of their websites which promote their diversity efforts.

A BCLP spokesperson commented: “Equal access to opportunity and maintaining an inclusive culture are at the core of our values at BCLP. We will remain true to our commitment that firm values remain a top priority.”