The Darrow Creed

At Darrow, our values are more than guiding principles - they define how we operate, collaborate, and drive impact every day. The Darrow Creed reflects the standards we hold ourselves to, both internally and externally. It’s a commitment to how we engage with each other, our partners, and the world. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and a people-first mindset, not only to build intelligence to uncover hidden legal violations, but to set a new standard for how justice is pursued and achieved.

Justice Through Intelligence means transforming complex legal data into clarity and action - making it easier for legal professionals to uncover wrongs, drive accountability, and create fairer outcomes. However, justice also reflects how we work together and how we show up for each other. We know that the strength of our intelligence comes from the integrity behind it.

Our values are more than word; they are the foundation of how we build, grow, and lead. We hold ourselves to the same standards of integrity and fairness that we seek to foster in the world. How we work together, make decisions, and treat each other reflects the kind of company - and community - we strive to be. This is our creed:

People First
‍We own our culture. I put human well-being at the center of everything I do. I’m responsible for practicing and evolving our culture, not just preaching it. By putting people first, I am building toward a justice system that’s trustworthy, fair, and rooted in human dignity. I treat each person as an entire world unto themselves, knowing that within them lies infinite potential beyond any current title, role, or status. I never pull rank on anyone. I care for the people around me. I respect their time. I respect my time. I treat all people with dignity. I put people first.

Intentional Communication
‍I co-own every conversation I join. I approach every conversation with good intentions towards others and towards myself. I declare my intentions and focus on finding a shared purpose with others, knowing every person is different from me and every conversation is an opportunity to learn. I don’t just focus on what’s said, but when, where, and how it’s delivered. I speak clearly and honestly, so others can access my message easily. I listen. I do not interrupt. I know a smart conversation shares speaking time equally. I actively seek feedback, and openly invite others to speak. I embrace criticism, because our mission matters more than my personal image. I respectfully disagree. I focus on solutions. I always leave room for others to surprise me. I end conversations with an agreement on the next actions. I am an intentional communicator.

Partner Centricity
‍We pursue justice together. Before taking any step, I first identify my partners in the pursuit. I advocate for our partners, be them external or internal stakeholders. I always deliver beyond expectations. I work with urgency, because justice delayed is justice denied. I treat my partners as equals, valuing their expertise and approaching every interaction as an opportunity to learn and grow together. I know obstacles are part of the path. I fiercely protect partner trust with honesty and transparency. I ensure partners are well informed so they can make the best choices for themselves, driven by explainable data. I am an insider in our partner’s journey, celebrating their success as if it were my own. I think about what our partners want before making choices that will affect them. I put our partners at the center of my work.

Integrity
‍I live truthfully. I align my actions with my values. I back my statements with data and trust my instincts and intuition as powerful guides.  I honor my commitments, acknowledging openly when circumstances prevent me from fulfilling them, and striving to resolve and bridge any gaps. I listen to my instincts and speak my truth, even at a cost: no deal is worth our integrity. I encourage others to voice their perspectives. When the stakes are high I appoint a Darrow’s Advocate to develop a contrarian point of view. I reflect on my motivations and ensure potential conflicts of interest are on the table. I own up to my mistakes, do my best to make things right and grow from anything. I live with integrity.

Innovation: Radical Foresight
I am a pioneer. I embrace scarcity because it uncovers overlooked resources. I know the most exciting phrase isn’t ‘Eureka!’ but ‘That’s funny…’; so I designate time to explore and experiment. I see both failure and success as valuable signals to guide our learning. I listen carefully and learn from every person and every experience. I try to detect the odd within the seemingly mundane and constantly connect the dots. I give others autonomy to surprise me and practice curiosity. I support others' ideas and help them grow. I make room by saying “Yes, and”, treating other people’s ideas as if they were my own. I make space for wild ideas to grow wilder. I seek internal resources before external ones. I’m always a learner, not a knower. I reject the status quo, because injustice thrives within indifference. I am an innovator.

Justice is not just our goal, but is reflected in how we operate. We are not only building intelligence to strengthen the legal system - we are setting a standard for how work can be done with integrity and purpose. Justice Through Intelligence indicates how we build trust, create impact, and deliver fairness at scale.

This is who we are. This is Darrow.