A DORSET law firm is leading the way for gender equality and inclusion as it celebrates International Women’s Day.

Ellis Jones Solicitors has revealed that more than three-quarters (78 per cent) of its overall staff are female.

In addition, over half of the firms associates, senior associates and partners collectively are women.

Kate Brooks, partner and head of employment HR services, said: “There is no glass ceiling at Ellis Jones.

“As a profession and a firm, we are committed to breaking bias, stereotypes, and discrimination in respect of all protected characteristics, not just gender.

“We are extremely proud of the progress that we have made to achieve women’s equality, and inclusion.”

The firm has recently introduced improved maternity pay – which includes 12 weeks full pay and 12 weeks half pay.

They also continue to raise awareness and break down barriers in areas such as menopause, IVF, baby loss awareness, new parents returning to work, and health and wellbeing.

International Women’s Day is on Tuesday March 8 with the theme of ‘break the bias’.