Adrienne J. Lawrence, Esq.

Adrienne Lawrence leverages a multifaceted background in law, media, and workplace dynamics to drive impactful change in organizations and society. As the ceo and principal consultant of Bantam Impact Consulting, the former big law litigator combines sharp business insight with a nuanced understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics to craft strategies that strengthen workplace cultures and position them for sustainable success.

Drawing from her experiences as both a legal professional and a media commentator, Adrienne excels at dissecting complex systems to uncover barriers to opportunity and advancement. Her expertise lies in translating structural challenges into actionable strategies, helping organizations bridge cultural divides, promote collaboration, and unlock the potential of all team members. Whether advising leaders, serving as an expert witness in workplace misconduct lawsuits, or facilitating training, Adrienne equips organizations to navigate evolving workforce dynamics with foresight, practicality, and empathy.

As the author of the multi-award-winning book Staying in the Game: The Playbook for Beating Workplace Sexual Harassment (Penguin Random House, 2020), Adrienne has shaped public discourse on workplace challenges and systemic harassment. Her insights on employment topics and legal issues have been featured by NPR, Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Law360. Moreover, she has had the honor of presenting at esteemed institutions like Stanford Law School and the London School of Economics.

Adrienne’s commitment to professional excellence and knowledge has earned her numerous accolades, including two International Book Awards (Business and Women in Business), recognition as one of the "Top 50 Women Who Can Change the World of Journalism," and the title of “Voice of the Year” from SheKnows Media. She was also honored as part of the Women’s Media Center’s Progressive Women’s Voices.

When she’s not advancing workplace transformation, Adrienne teaches the Law of Mass Communications at the University of Southern California and engages audiences as a regular commentator for Straight Arrow News. In addition to being a certified workplace conflict mediator, Adrienne has an M.A. in Specialized Journalism from the University of Southern California, a J.D. from The George Washington University Law School, an M.A. in Criminal Justice from City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, and a B.S. in Criminal Justice from California State University, Sacramento.