NEW YORK, July 6, 2026—Duane Morris LLP is pleased to announce that M. Alejandra Vargas is the recipient of the 2026 International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Award. Vargas was selected by a committee of peers with approval by the IADC board of directors.

The award honors sustained and measurable commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the legal profession and across global business communities, including work in assisting individuals, families and businesses on immigration matters. It recognizes persons—individuals, groups of people and artificial entities such as law firms, organizations, companies and/or countries—who have championed diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the legal profession.

Vargas was honored at the 2026 Annual Meeting in Prague, Czech Republic, during the opening session on July 5.

About the International Association of Defense Counsel

The IADC is a global invitation-only association for senior defense attorneys, in-house counsel and insurance industry executives committed to the highest standards of professionalism, diversity and service. The IADC provides peer-to-peer networking, professional development and thought leadership to advance the civil justice system.

About Duane Morris

Duane Morris LLP provides innovative solutions to today’s multifaceted legal and business challenges through the collegial and collaborative culture of its more than 900 attorneys in offices across the United States and internationally. The firm represents a broad array of clients, spanning all major practices and industries. Duane Morris has been recognized by BTI Consulting as both a client service leader and a highly recommended law firm.