ESG in action
We are committed to making a positive contribution to our colleagues, to our clients and professional contacts, as well as to the local and business communities in which we operate. This commitment forms the cornerstone of our ESG (Environmental Social and Governance) approach which we put into action through focusing on equality, diversity and wellness, engaging with charities and our local communities, reducing our environmental impact, and promoting responsible business practices to name a few.
Equality, diversity, inclusion and wellness Supporting each other
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive and where everyone’s contribution is valued.
Embracing equality, diversity and inclusion makes a significant contribution to fostering an effective workplace culture that reflects the diverse society we serve. Our EDI approach involves us promoting equal opportunities, preventing discrimination and ensuring inclusivity at all levels. For example, our dedicated Women in Law and Leadership Group focuses on assisting women through their careers to more senior roles in the business. Mental Health and Wellbeing are a strong focus for the firm and a key issue for the legal profession as a whole. We support our people with training and regular awareness sessions on a range of EDI and Wellness topics, backed up by external support resources.
CSR in our communities Supporting charities and communities
Corporate Social Responsibility and the concepts of ‘giving back’ and ‘making a difference’ have long been part of the culture at DMH Stallard. Our approach to CSR focuses on making a contribution in our communities through volunteering our skills, time and resources for charitable fundraising and donations as well as community involvement. There is a wide range of activities for everyone in the firm to get involved with – from sponsored walks, cake sales and quizzes to hands-on involvement for our charitable contacts with painting, gardening and much more. We offer firm-sponsored Volunteer days and are proud supporters of our local communities – encouraging our people to become involved in local memberships, additional roles and initiatives. A number of our people serve on the boards of various organisations, eg as governors of local schools and trustees of charities.
Responsible and sustainable business Supporting the environment and society
We manage our business in a responsible way, taking account of social, ethical and environmental issues. Maintaining high professional standards and a strong corporate governance and risk management ethos are central to our ways of working. We are proud to be accredited by Lexcel, the Law Society’s legal practice quality mark for client care, compliance and practice management. Being a sustainable business also means reducing the impact of our working practices on the environment. We measure our carbon footprint to understand our impact better and have a dedicated Environmental Committee to help take forward further improvements in this area. Actions to date include using paper from sustainable sources (FSC accredited) and purchasing renewable electricity, where this is under our control.