Hilary Preston is the Vice Chair at Vinson & Elkins, who is dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity within the firm. Her practice focuses on IP and technology litigation, with substantial experience counseling clients on risk management surrounding technology development, particularly in the sports, renewable and traditional energy, digital media, and e-commerce industries. During her nearly three years as Vice Chair, Hilary has significantly improved the percentage of women equity partners. As Co-Chair of the V&E Women’s Initiative, she collaborates with top leadership to recruit, retain, develop, and promote women attorneys at every level. Her leadership has driven firm-wide changes, benefiting numerous initiatives and policies. Hilary’s commitment extends beyond her committee roles. She was instrumental in Vinson & Elkins achieving Mansfield Rule 6.0 Certification in 2023, a testament to her dedication to diversity. This certification ensures that the firm considers at least 30% women, underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ lawyers, and lawyers with disabilities for key roles. Hilary was also featured on the Beyond Barriers Podcast in February 2024, sharing her insights on cultivating career endurance and an inclusive work culture.
