Diversity, Pay and Discrimination

However, not even the fairest employer is entirely immune to claims of discrimination, unequal pay, harassment and bullying. We know that navigating such complaints is stressful and has serious implications for your company. In addition to the risk of costly financial penalties, they negatively affect productivity, management resources, staff morale and public image.

We will help you mitigate any legal and commercial risks, ensuring your staff in senior management, law and HR positions are up to speed with all the latest information about international discrimination law in the workplace. Employees are increasingly demanding to know what their employers’ diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) strategy is - we can provide training, help you with your DE&I policies, and advise on positive action measures and boardroom issues.

The fact we’re a truly global law firm, with hundreds of employment lawyers spread around the world, means that we understand the varying work cultures, cultural sensitivities and pay and discrimination laws from one country to the next. If your employees are spread around the world, you need legal advice with a similarly global outlook.

Our lawyers have advised some of the biggest companies in the world on discrimination claims. Our dedicated discrimination lawyers will help you minimize the risk of litigation, financial exposure and reputational damage. Should the worst happen, our litigation lawyers will also act on behalf of your organization and help you to secure the best possible outcome.