De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek

At De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, diversity, inclusion and responsible business are central to how we work and how we grow. We believe that a workforce with different perspectives delivers stronger legal advice and more innovative outcomes for clients. Every colleague, regardless of background, identity, or lived experience, should feel valued, heard and able to thrive.

We focus on progress in multiple dimensions: gender equality, cultural and ethnic diversity, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, social mobility and access to the profession, and disability confidence. With more than 60 nationalities represented across the firm, we continue to broaden the diversity of voices within our teams and in leadership. Our Inclusion Committee, together with our Cultural Diversity Community and Pink Elephant, our LGBTQIA+ network, plays an active role in fostering belonging, awareness and advocacy throughout the firm.

Curiosity and continuous learning are embedded in our culture. We regularly invite external speakers and thought leaders with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints to share their experiences and perspectives. These sessions inspire reflection, strengthen allyship and deepen our collective understanding of inclusion.

We support our people through flexible working arrangements, comprehensive parental leave and employee-driven initiatives that promote wellbeing and work-life balance. Fair advancement policies ensure that potential, expertise and integrity guide career progression.

Our commitment extends beyond our offices. We engage in pro bono initiatives and community partnerships that improve access to justice and education. ESG is a core part of our client advisory and internal operations. We help clients navigate sustainability regulation, responsible governance and energy transition matters, while we also continue to reduce our own environmental footprint and contribute positively to society.

We are proud of the talent and diversity within De Brauw. Creating the conditions where every perspective can contribute meaningfully drives excellence for our clients and for the communities we serve.