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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Environmental, Social & Governance Risk (Law Firms)

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Rankings

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Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Global firm Ashurst advises clients on environmental regulation, business and human rights matters and sustainability reporting and governance matters, among others. Its lawyers advise clients on ESG governance frameworks, as well as providing legal advice on significant infrastructure projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst LLP advised EnergyAustralia in a high-profile greenwashing dispute concerning claims linked to its carbon offset programme. The matter, which was expected to be a landmark test case in Australia, attracted significant attention and was successfully settled before trial in 2025.

Strengths

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  • The quality of individual in Ashurst that I work with is exceptional. Its lawyers are hugely knowledgeable on their subjects but also demonstrate proven business acumen, pragmatism and are personable and approachable.

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  • Ashurst has excellent knowledge of environmental and permitting issues concerning large energy infrastructure projects in the UK.

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  • Ashurst has industry and on the ground working knowledge and a breath of awareness and understanding. The team is very professional, academic and can be engaged at all levels of the business when needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Eleanor Reeves
    Band 3Eleanor Reeves

    Eleanor Reeves

    Eleanor Reeves advises clients on environmental risk, ESG and sustainability matters. Her practice focuses on regulatory compliance, crisis and incident response, investigations and enforcement actions, as well as the environmental aspects of complex transactions and projects.

    • Eleanor Reeves has exceptional calibre, strategic perspective, pragmatism and is technically strong.

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    • Eleanor is a dedicated professional and her understanding of commercial matters is exemplary. She is professional and a pleasure to work with. Her responses to queries, whether straightforward or complex, are delivered in a timely manner.

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    • Eleanor Reeves is very experienced and has a high level of expertise.

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  • Band 3Maria-Laure Knapp
    Band 3Maria-Laure Knapp

    Maria-Laure Knapp

    Maria Knapp provides end-to-end ESG due diligence advice, as well as investigations and monitoring across the ESG spectrum to investors, DFIs and corporate clients and their legal advisers.

Ranked Individuals at Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney (2)

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