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OUR CSR POLICY

 

Corporate social responsibility is embedded in our firm’s vision and strategy.

Aware of our role and our economic, social, and environmental impact, we have structured a CSR policy based on concrete, measurable commitments that are monitored over time. We practice our profession in an ethical, responsible, and sustainable manner. Our CSR approach is built around respect for individuals, the promotion of diversity, the reduction of our environmental impact, and a practice of law guided by high standards, independence, and the public interest.

 

Our CSR policy is structured around the following ESG pillars:

Environmental
Social
Societal
Governance
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Environmental

Waste Reduction and Recycling:

 

  • Implementation of waste sorting and recycling
  • Specific recycling of batteries, light bulbs, and ink cartridges
  • Zero-paper policy
  • Elimination of bottled mineral water and use of glass carafes
  • Elimination of coffee pods and use of whole bean coffee
  • Digitization of our files and procedures
  • Use of digital tools for project management and electronic signatures

 

Responsible Mobility Policy:

 

  • Offices located close to public transportation
  • Provision of bicycle parking facilities
  • Encouragement of carpooling for internal meetings and gatherings
  • Priority given to low environmental impact modes of transportation:

Trains preferred over airplanes

Electric vehicles preferred over gasoline cars

Walking preferred over taxis

Cycling preferred over driving

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Social

Events:

 

  • Regular organization of internal events fostering team cohesion (breakfasts, afterwork drinks, team-building activities, annual party)
  • Internal team training aimed at skills development and service quality (e.g., Management Package)

 

Policy Promoting Work–Life Balance:

 

  • 2.5 days of remote work per week
  • Flexible working hours

 

Commitment to Respectful Working Conditions:

 

  • Prevention of harassment and discrimination
  • Recruitment based on skills and personal qualities
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Societal

Commitment to training and knowledge transfer:

 

  • Hosting interns in their junior and senior years of high school, with a specific focus on career guidance
  • Hosting law students and student lawyers

 

Commitment to solidarity and community initiatives:

 

  • Participation in charity sporting events (Courir pour Elles in Lyon, La Parisienne, La Marseillaise des Femmes, Odyssea in Lyon, Marseille, and Paris)
  • Organization of clothing and essential goods drives (Red Cross, La maison des femmes)
  • Sponsorship of associations:

https://www.green-sanctuaries.org/

https://cleanmycalanques.fr/

Nova is committed to working with:

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Governance

  • Electronic provision of the collective agreement, LAB-FT processes, CSR charter, and ethical regulations applicable to the legal profession, particularly for the purposes of risk prevention (harassment, money laundering, corruption, etc.)
  • Distribution of a book of internal procedures
  • Implementation of best practices to ensure quality management
  • Selection of committed and responsible service providers
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