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Allens launches 5th Reconciliation Action Plan
Global law firm Allens has “renewed its commitment to reconciliation” with the launch of its new RAP, with targets including at least 15 per cent of all pro bono matters to focus on Indigenous persons public interests.
Jerome Doraisamy
The firm’s new RAP outlines its advocacy for reconciliation, pro bono legal support, creation of employment opportunities, investment in commercial relationships and improved cultural capacity.
In addition, Allens has committed to increasing employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals at the firm.
Firm managing partner Richard Spurio said he was proud to launch this fifth RAP.
“The RAP seeks to identify the areas in which our firm, as a leader in the legal profession, can make the most meaningful contribution towards building reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,” he said.
“For us, that contribution comes through in a number of areas such as our pro bono work, our internship program and our collaboration with other community groups to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and build inclusivity and diversity.”
The RAP goes on to emphasise, the firm said, Allens’ “longstanding support” for constitutional recognition through technical legal support and involvement in the recognition movement.
“We believe that our practical legal support for constitutional recognition is one powerful way that our firm can contribute towards achieving lasting reconciliation and closing the gap,” said Allens national RAP partner Ian McGill.
Jerome Doraisamy
Jerome Doraisamy is the editor of Lawyers Weekly. A former lawyer, he has worked at Momentum Media as a journalist on Lawyers Weekly since February 2018, and has served as editor since March 2022. He is also the host of all five shows under The Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network, and has overseen the brand's audio medium growth from 4,000 downloads per month to over 60,000 downloads per month, making The Lawyers Weekly Show the most popular industry-specific podcast in Australia. Jerome is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in NSW, and a board director of Minds Count.
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