A&L Goodbody has been named Best National Firm in a Diversity category at the European Women in Business Law Awards 2017.

The firm was recognised at an awards ceremony in London for the level of engagement of its people in fostering a culture of inclusion, focusing on disability, sexual orientation, gender, family status, ethnicity and age.

Niamh Ryan, head of the firm’s London office, and Enda Hurley, a partner and the firm’s diversity and inclusion lead, attended the ceremony to accept the accolade on behalf of A&L Goodbody.

Julian Yarr, managing partner of A&L Goodbody, said: “The firm’s commitment to Diversity & Inclusion is based on a positive attitude to difference and a recognition that individual differences should be respected and encouraged for the good of the firm.

“We strive to harness diverse thinking by creating a culture where all of our people are encouraged to draw upon their unique backgrounds, beliefs, interests and perspectives.”