DLA Piper wins six awards including Best Gender Diversity Initiative in an International Firm for the fifth consecutive year at Europe Women in Business Law Awards
DLA Piper has won six awards at the eighth annual European Women in Business Awards at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, including Best Firm in the Czech Republic, Norway, Poland, Romania and Ukraine, and for the Best Gender Diversity Initiative by an International Firm for the fifth consecutive year.
Mitra Janes, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at DLA Piper, said: "We are absolutely delighted to have again been recognised in so many jurisdictions, and for our effort in promoting gender diversity across Europe for the fifth year in a row- now for five consecutive years. We are proud to be leading the way in terms of opportunities and inclusion for women at the highest level in the legal field and we are committed to building continuing to build on the excellent progress we are making in this hugely important area."
Andrew Darwin, Global Co-Chairman, said: "Fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity within the firm is at the heart of our values and we're proud to be recognised for what we have achieved so far. However, the journey doesn't stop here and we will continue to push forward to ensure that our business nurtures talent, provides opportunities for all and brings out the very best in our people."
The Europe Women in Business Awards, organised by Euromoney Legal Media Group, recognise the achievements of firms at the forefront of female-friendly work practices, and leading women in the legal sector across Europe.
