‘Ohana Affinity Group
‘Ohana provides support, development and networking opportunities for attorneys who identify as Asian, Middle Eastern, Native Hawaiian, North African and/or Pacific Islander, and their allies.
What is ‘Ohana?
Within Littler, ‘Ohana – which means “family” in Hawaiian – serves as an inclusive community for members to network and form meaningful relationships while helping each other with professional development goals. With over 115 members across numerous Littler offices, the group meets regularly to discuss mentorship, business development, professional opportunities, pro-bono activities, and shared experiences. Dedicated subcommittees within ‘Ohana move forward targeted initiatives of the membership while mentorship “families” facilitate smaller, informal discussions.
Littler ‘Ohana attorneys are involved with many diverse legal and professional organizations across the country – on national, state and local levels.
Littler Celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month 2025
Hear more from Littler's ’Ohana members on YouTube.
Hear from ‘Ohana members about what AANHPI Heritage Month means to them:
From the Court to the Courtroom – Stories of Resilience and Representation
Centered on the iconic 1989 French Open victory of Michael Chang, the discussion explores how this historic moment became a lasting symbol of perseverance, cultural identity, and quiet strength within the AANHPI community. Through personal reflections on immigration, belonging, resilience, and leadership, the episode highlights how lived experience and heritage continue to shape the way these legal professionals and allies lead, advocate, and inspire – both in and beyond the courtroom.
Innovation Leads to Growth
Shareholder Lavanga Wijekoon shares how he has been able to advance his practice at the firm through innovation.
Finding Community Through the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity
Littler shareholder Alyesha Asghar speaks with associates Alan Persaud and Grace Waddell about their experience in the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity’s Pathfinders Program and the inclusive community of legal professionals they joined by participating.
