Parental Leave

The firm has a generous and flexible parental leave policy, which includes up to 18 weeks of leave available for new mothers and up to 10 weeks of leave available for new fathers.

A detailed brochure that outlines the firm’s parental leave policy and provides answers to frequently asked questions is available to expectant lawyers at the firm. In addition, the firm has renovated a private room that is equipped with comfortable furniture, a refrigerator and other items useful to nursing mothers. The firm endeavors to be as supportive as possible of new mothers, providing flexibility as they transition into their leave and again when they return to work.

Part-Time and Flextime

Davis Polk was also a pioneer among law firms in the adoption of a part-time and flextime policy for lawyers. This policy is structured to meet the individual needs of the lawyer and the department in which they work. At any given time, dozens of lawyers are working on a reduced or flextime schedule. In addition, some of our lawyers telecommute on a part-time basis.

Childcare

Davis Polk provides and subsidizes access to emergency childcare facilities in close proximity to our New York and Menlo Park offices. In addition, the firm offers a broad array of services, including assistance with finding long-term childcare, through our Employee Assistance Program.