Today, the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) has recognized the rights of self-employed persons not to be discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation. In today’s Judgment in Case C-356/21, JK v TP, the Court of Justice has sided with Covington & Burling’s pro bono client JK and confirmed that […]
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CJEU closer to recognising rights of self-employed LGBTIQ+
The Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) is one step closer to recognising the rights of self-employed persons not to be discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation. In today’s
by ilaria iaquinta Diversity and inclusion is an increasingly important issue for law firms. For this reason, firms are investing in recent years on the implementation of programmes that guarantee inclusion and are joining projects
Clifford Chance takes another step forward in its diversity and inclusion policies by joining the Business Network for LGTBI Diversity and Inclusion. The Business Network for LGBTI Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) is the first network
Clifford Chance has created a scholarship aimed at law students in Spain, France, Italy and the Netherlands to encourage the attraction of diverse talent. The initiative is part of the Race Equality and Celebrating Heritage (
Spanish companies -with annual billings of more than 1 billion dollars- dedicate an average of 3.8 million dollars to Diversity and Inclusion initiatives according to the study Mind the Gap series: Insights from Global Employment leaders published
Abreu Advogados has committed to having at least 40% of women in decision-making positions by 2030. It is the first law firm in Portugal to join the National Goal for Gender Equality, promoted by the Global Compact
