Diversity

At GQ|Littler diversity, equality and inclusion is a core part of our culture both in the UK and Ireland and worldwide as part of the Littler family. We are conscious of the impact we have on the environment and are committed to operating a sustainable business.

Examples of our commitment to DEI is demonstrated below.

DEI

  • We have an internal DEI committee and work with The Social Mobility Foundation and recruiters to further improve the firm’s diversity.
  • We are signed up to the Halo Code initiative and the Menopause Workplace Pledge.
  • We formed Littler Pride Europe, a new network for LGBTQ+ staff across Littler’s European offices.
  • We co-lead Littler’s Europe’s Women’s Leadership Initiative.
  • We participate in the InterLaw Diversity Forum UK Model Diversity Survey.
  • We work with Chambers and GCs to support a more inclusive and diverse bar.
  • We are a Foundation Law Firm Participant in InterLaw’s UK Model Diversity Survey.

Littler is recognised for its commitment to DEI by the following organisations:

  • The American Lawyer - Women’s Scorecard, 2023 - 2024 - Ranked #6
  • Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media) – Named Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity, 2023 - 2024
  • Vault – Best Law Firms for Diversity - #7 – Diversity for Individuals with Disabilities, 2024, #8 – Racial & Ethnic Diversity, 2024, #8 – Diversity for Women, 2024, #11 – Diversity for LGBTQ+ Individuals, 2024, #12
  • Women in Law Empowerment Forum - Certified as a “Gold Standard Firm,” 2011-2023
  • Human Rights Campaign – Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality, Earned 100% Corporate Equality Index Rating, 2009 - 2024
  • Law360 – Ranked #1 in Gender Equity & Women in Equity Partnership in the Women in Law Report, 2022 - 2023
  • Yale Law Women+ - Top Firm for Diversity, 2023

See Littler’s full recognition list here.