Sparke Helmore Employer of Choice for Women

28 February 2007

Sparke Helmore has again been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Women by the Equal Opportunity for Women Agency (EOWA).

Since 2003, the firm has been acknowledged as one of the best organisations for women to work for in Australia. Now three years on, with one of the highest female partner percentages in Australia, the firm's commitment to developing the careers of female employees is again recognised for good reason.

National Managing Partner John Davis said, "We've long believed that providing a positive environment for our female staff and good work life balance is simply sensible business practice - something that benefits our staff, our firm and our clients".

Yvette Boulos, a Senior Associate in the firm's Sydney Office, said, "I really appreciate the way Sparke Helmore encourages and promotes women yet still recognises that it's important to have a family. The firm combines a flexible approach that supports women returning to work after having children, while still encouraging their development."

About Sparke Helmore

Sparke Helmore is a leading Australian-based national law firm providing specialist services to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. Having celebrated 125 years' continuous service in 2007, the firm is staffed by almost 600 people including 50 partners, 58 special counsel and over 110 lawyers and law clerks.