Corporate Responsibility

Local Responsibility… Global Reach
“Everything Matters” describes our commitment to give back to our local and global communities.

In each of our offices around the world, we make a serious commitment to public service by dedicating our time and legal services to projects related to education, enterprise and equality. Our contribution ranges from major, multi-regional initiatives of global concern to local arrangements benefiting schools and charities in each of our communities. In 2011, DLA Piper donated more than 193,000 hours, for a contribution of $108 million worldwide through our pro bono and corporate responsibility initiatives. We believe this makes us the largest provider of pro bono legal services in the world.

Along with our commitment to helping those in need, we have also pledged a firm commitment to the global environment. In 2007, we became one of the first in the legal field to launch a global sustainability initiative aimed at reducing our environmental impact. Through the enthusiastic commitment of our people, we are making meaningful changes to our business across our offices worldwide, particularly in the key areas of energy, waste, travel and procurement.

Another key element in our commitment to the clients and communities we serve is diversity. Around the world at DLA Piper, our people reflect the diversity of our communities and our global marketplace. By building a diverse workforce, we are assisting to overcome entrenched disadvantage and we will be better able to understand and serve the needs of our clients. We believe that our efforts to understand, value and incorporate the differences that our people bring to our business enable us to acquire the best talent, create effective teams and establish a culture that is inclusive and sensitive to the needs of all.

Download DLA Piper's Corporate Responsibility Overview 2012