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HSF puts on the ritz

Herbert Smith Freehills’ Sydney office experienced a touch of glamour last week as lawyers donned tuxedos for charity.

user iconStefanie Garber 20 March 2015 SME Law
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Eight HSF lawyers took part in the Tuxedo Tuesday initiative, raising $3,650 for not-for-profit Fitted for Work to help disadvantaged women find employment.

Overall, Tuxedo Tuesday raised $25,000, with the “Penguins of HSF” team raising the second highest amount after Bill Shorten’s office.

HSF solicitor Michael Compton, one of the lawyers who suited up, said HSF valued social inclusion and diversity.

“Fitted for Work is a charity which promotes social inclusion by helping women who are experiencing disadvantage to find work and achieve financial independence, and so is a charity which is closely aligned to our firm values,” he said.

According to Mr Compton, HSF has supported Fitted for Work for a number of years through clothing drives and fundraising initiatives.

Mr Compton suggested the team had achieved its goal of “doing good by looking good.”

“The day is certainly not without the odd budding comedian on the bus to work enquiring whether this was usual Tuesday 'get-up' or a few quizzical looks from colleagues at lunch,” he said.

“But it's all part of the fun of the day and helps raise awareness for the important work that Fitted for Work does.”

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    <p>No of course there isn't. These type of Corporations/Firms are so brainwashed and worried about their image as being "feminist friendly" that they could not care at all about charities that support disadvantaged men. It's pathetic.</p>
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    <p>Are there any firms raising money to find work for disadvantaged men?</p>
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    <p>Ok guys lets brainstorm. How can we raise awareness for disadvantaged women? By wearing our fanciest suits of course! No brainer.</p><p>No mention about what the women working at the Firm did... Presumably because they said 'this is the most ill conceived idea I have ever heard'</p><p>I'm glad they raised money for a worthy cause but this is blatant self promotion. Do something real. Not just something you can use as a funny anecdote at the next firm luncheon.</p>
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