Dentons introduces support for domestic abuse victims
updated on 20 October 2025
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Leading law firm Dentons has launched a new policy, developed in consultation with the Employers’ Initiative on Domestic Abuse, to provide support to any staff experiencing domestic abuse. The support was made available across the firm’s offices in the UK, Ireland and the Middle East and includes:
- redirecting salaries to safe accounts and other financial support;
- emergency accommodation;
- adjustments to working patterns, contact details and alternative technology to help keep victims safe; and
- up to an additional 10 days’ paid leave for appointments, attending police interviews and other requirements for time off.
The firm also has a ‘Companions’ initiative, which offers internal peer-to-peer assistance, with colleagues trained on how to provide safe spaces for support.
Head of responsible business at Dentons, Claire England, said: “Introducing this policy is the latest initiative in our broader, long-standing commitment to support colleagues during challenging periods in their lives.
“We understand that the policy alone cannot solve the incredibly challenging circumstances people find themselves in when it comes to domestic abuse. However, we hope the package of support options available will help anyone affected to deal with, and hopefully improve, their situation.”
This move is in line with growing awareness around the importance of wellbeing initiatives within the legal profession and the role law firms can play to support their employees.
