Chambers Review
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Environmental, Social & Governance Risk (Law Firms) - Global-wide
What the Team is Known For
A&O Shearman advises financial sector clients on ESG-related legal issues, and has been involved in instrumental drafting of guidelines around social and climate-related responsibility for banks and investors. The firm has expertise in SFDR, supply chain risk and carbon markets matters, among others.
Strengths
The A&O Shearman team is incredibly responsive and flexible.
Its strengths are its holistic approach and understanding of technical and legal issues.
Work Highlights
A&O Shearman advised on Asia Development Bank’s Innovative Finance Facility for Climate in Asia and the Pacific.
Notable practitioners
Matthew Townsend significant experience advising on environment and climate law. He acts as an environmental and sustainability counsel for banks, financial institutions and corporates