Gatwick's EMW secures B Corp certification

Gatwick-based law firm EMW has become a B Corp, a status granted to businesses that meet very high standards in social and environmental performance.

The process of gaining the certification follows a two year process, in which businesses under assessment must prove that they can not only meet the aforementioned performance in both social and environmental areas, but also in being transparent and accountable in matters concerning both areas.

B Corp certification is assessed every three years.

The B Corp movement began in 2006 with the idea that a different kind of economy is needed, giving companies the chance to move toward a more conscious model with business as a force for good. Many global brands have now adopted the B Corp standard, with famous examples including Ben & Jerry's, Emma Bridgewater, Eileen Fisher and Patagonia.

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EMW is a full-service law firm with offices in Gatwick and Brighton, working with both UK and International clients. This B Corp certification makes EMW one of only nine law firms in the UK that have met the B Corp standards.

Chair at EMW, Nick Lloyd, said: “We’re thrilled to see EMW become B Corp Certified. It’s a huge achievement and we’re all very proud. When I first became aware of B Corp, it’s entire ethos struck me as being incredibly powerful and also something that I, my partners, and all of our wonderful EMW people were already massively aligned with.

“We must be the change we seek in the world and business has a huge and largely undervalued role in this. EMW has never been driven solely by profit, instead taking a stakeholder-focused approach which has played  a major role in the strategic direction of the business, the work that we do and the impressive, loyal client base we have been able to build. While we look after the bottom line, like any successful firm, we have always understood the importance of being a force for good, appreciating the role that businesses play in creating positive change.”

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