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DOING SOMETHING DIFFERENT
“ I am a translator by trade, but CSR and the environmental field
have always been of particular interest to me. So when I was asked to coordinate the firm’s pro bono policy, I leapt at the chance. It is a rewarding experience, as I am in regular contact with charities I mostly knew nothing about. They all do incredible work, and I am proud to make my own small contribution to their success. Together with the Pro Bono Commission, I work to make these charities known within the firm and encourage lawyers and staff members to find out more about them by suggesting and organising charity events etc. I was also heavily involved with the Work Environment department in implementing the paper recycling policy – a great satisfaction for me, and an experience that I probably would not have had elsewhere!
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Pro Bono Coordinator and Translator
Eleanor FORSHAW
STRENGTHEN THE COHESION OF TEAMS
For several years now, Gide has been increasing the number of actions aimed at strengthening social links within, and between, its teams, through the organisation of sports events, the pro bono programme, and general get-togethers. In 2015, for instance, the firm launched its Broaden Your Horizons cycle of conferences. Lawyers,
employees and interns are all invited to listen to guest speakers on topics that are far removed from law. Additionally, Gide has committed to the Happy Trainees review – by the interns themselves – in order to improve the integration of interns and the conditions of internships exceeding three months. The reviews have already led to several improvements, such as an adjustment of the internship allowance and the appointment of a tutor.
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