At Akerman, June 19 (Juneteenth) is recognized as an annual firmwide paid holiday. In celebration of this day, Akerman employees are asked to make a personal commitment to take a definitive step to advance the ideals of racial justice. Together, our aim is to translate words into action and action into change.

Juneteenth celebrates black freedom and achievement, while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures. Forty-nine of the fifty states and the District of Columbia have recognized Juneteenth as either a state holiday or ceremonial holiday, a day of observance. 

The oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, Juneteenth dates back to 1865, when Union soldiers landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the slaves were now free.

Akerman proudly celebrates Juneteenth, a day to reflect on the past, and see hope in the future.