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Celebrating International Women’s Day

Published: 10 Mar, 2024
Author: Ritika
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As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Gibson & Associates LLP is proud of its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for women in the legal profession.  Celebrating International Women’s Day At Gibson & Associates LLP, we firmly believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. With a majority of our team comprising […]

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Gibson & Associates LLP is proud of its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for women in the legal profession. 

Celebrating International Women’s Day

At Gibson & Associates LLP, we firmly believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. With a majority of our team comprising women, including a female partner, four female solicitors, and two trainee female solicitors,we are leading the way in championing women in law. Our inclusive culture celebrates diversity and values the unique perspectives and contributions that each individual brings to the table. This commitment is exemplified by our support for women in career development, as evidenced by the recent addition of Kellie Rose to our team as a placement student.

Kellie Rose’s successful completion of her placement and degree marks how she seamlessly transitioned into a full-time team member at our firm, embarking on her career journey. This accomplishment signifies our dedication to providing avenues for women to excel and thrive in the legal profession.

“My internship placement experience at Gibson & Associates LLP was one of engagement, education and enrichment.”- Kellie Rose Flanagan

Our working environment

Creating a comfortable and inclusive working environment is paramount at Gibson & Associates LLP. With a majority of our team comprising women, we celebrate diversity and value the unique perspectives and contributions that each individual brings to the table. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect, enabling every member of our team to thrive and succeed.

One of the shining examples of leadership at Gibson & Associates LLP is Amanda Walsh, our esteemed Partner and Head of Legal Services. Amanda’s experience and expertise in the legal field are invaluable assets to our firm. Her dedication to excellence and her unwavering commitment to client satisfaction serve as inspirations for all of us at Gibson & Associates LLP. Amanda’s leadership exemplifies our firm’s ethos of professionalism, integrity, and client-centricity.

My experience at Gibson & Associates LLP is exceptionally positive and progressive, both in terms of my own career development and the firm’s. At the heart of our approach is a growth mindset. We encourage our people to embrace continuous learning and development to deepen their expertise, even when that means stepping outside their comfort zone. We’ve also invested heavily in a client-centric service with a key focus on client communication and collaboration. All our teams are aligned and wholly committed to continuous improvement, paving the way for their future growth as well as the firm’s.”

    Amanda Walsh – Partner

As Deborah James, our People Operations Manager, aptly describes, our firm is built on the pillars of People, Purpose, and Opportunity.

“”People, Purpose & Opportunity — that was what I was looking for when I attended interview 5 years ago and I am proud to say that 5 years on this, remains the very foundation of all that is Gibson & Associates LLP.” – Deborah James 

Through our support for career development, commitment to work-life balance, inclusive working environment, and exemplary leadership, we strive to create a future where women in law can thrive and succeed. 

 Happy International Women’s Day 

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  • Ritika Tiwari is a Digital Marketing Executive based in Dublin with over four years of experience in digital marketing, branding, and social media strategy. She began exploring the marketing industry at the age of 17 and has since developed expertise in content creation, social media campaigns, lead generation, and digital storytelling.

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