DLA Piper Ex Ethics Atty Slams Culture Amid Assault Accusations

A recently resigned professional responsibility counsel at DLA Piper has publicly declared her support for partner Vanina Guerrero, who recently accused a fellow partner at the firm of sexually assaulting her.

In an Oct. 10 open letter, Leah Christensen said Guerrero had “told the truth” about the firm’s “culture of intimidation and oppression” and about partner Louis Lehot, whom Guerrero alleges sexually assaulted her on several occasions and then retaliated against her.

“My firsthand experience with Mr. Lehot included him yelling, cursing, and making demands upon me or those with whom I worked on a frequent basis,” wrote Christensen. ...