Research finds only 29% of partners in large firms are female
A cutting-edge report on the gender pay gap at law firms has presented in-depth analysis of the extent of the issue and what firms are doing to redress the balance.
The 14,000-word report, Bridging the gender pay gap in law firms, includes statistics and commentary from the top 50 law firms. In the largest firms (50-plus partners), just 29% of partners are female.
The report. written by award-winning financial journalist and former Pensions World editor Stephanie Hawthorne, analyses what action firms are taking, including work allocation, mentoring, maternity support, parental leave and case studies with analysis from HR directors and lawyers. It also examines the tricky question of whether equity partners should also reveal their pay gap and the individual choices taken by leading city law firms.
Nigel Pascoe QC, Pump Court Chambers, said: ‘This is a major piece of fundamental research and analysis by one of the most experienced and able commentators in the law.
‘It is exceptionally well researched and written. I commend it to all who want to understand the true position in this very important field. It is truly outstanding.’
Recently introduced UK regulations now oblige employers with 250 or more employees to publish certain information relating to the gender pay gap in their organisations, under the Equality Act 2010 (Gender Pay Gap Information) Regulations 2017.
The full report can be ordered here; NLJ readers will receive a 10% discount by using the code SO2018.
