Joshua Peles is an accomplished Partner at Reed Smith who has championed LGBTQ+ inclusion within the legal profession. As U.S. Partner Chair of PRISM, Reed Smith’s LGBTQ+ Business Inclusion Group, Joshua has guided strategic growth, organized impactful programming, and spearheaded initiatives to support LGBTQ+ employees and allies. He has represented the firm at events like the Lavender Law Annual Conference and the University of Texas Out in Law event, discussing the LGBTQ+ experience in law. Joshua’s pro bono work includes securing retroactive same-sex marriage recognition and representing transgender clients in legal name changes. His personal journey of discovering belonging within Reed Smith inspires his commitment to creating inclusive spaces. Through reciprocal mentorship programs, Joshua fosters dialogue across generations and lived experiences, empowering colleagues to lead authentically. His advocacy continues to drive meaningful change for LGBTQ+ communities.
