Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion

At Gardiner Roberts, we are committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace where our lawyers, staff and clients' voices, backgrounds, and experiences are valued and accepted. We actively promote fair and open access to career opportunities through progressive firm-wide initiatives, including strategic recruiting and mentoring, networking opportunities, career development and advancement programs, and ongoing outreach to our local and national communities.

Community Initiatives
Gardiner Roberts also supports various community initiatives focused on diversity and inclusion, including the BlackNorth Initiative CEO Pledge, the Lincoln Alexander School of Law Scholarship at Toronto Metropolitan University, the South Asian Bar Association and Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers.

In recognition of these commitments, Gardiner Roberts was named to the list of Best Workplaces in Canada for Women and Inclusion by Great Place to Work.

Soma Ray-Ellis
Primary Contact

Soma Ray-Ellis

Partner, Chair - Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and Chair - Employment and Labour Law Group


T 416.865.6709

F 416.865.6636

E srayellis@grllp.com