Chambers Review
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Environmental, Social & Governance Risk (Law Firms) - Global-wide
What the Team is Known For
Latham & Watkins has considerable international capabilities in environmental law, capital markets and private equity, and provides trusted counsel on ESG risk management and initiatives. Its clients include global businesses, corporations and private equity firms, and its matters range from landmark green bond issuances to the development of full ESG corporate strategies. Corporate policies and investment screenings around climate change are a particular strength.
Strengths
Latham & Watkins have an innovative approach and are thought leaders in the ESG space.
Latham & Watkins have very strong environmental and social practice on a global scale.
Latham & Watkins' prioritisation of innovation and drive to think outside the box distinguishes them from any firm with expertise in this area.
Work Highlights
Latham & Watkins represented Cartesian Sustainable Finance 1, an affiliate of Cartesian Capital Group, in an USD18 million deal to distribute low-emission and affordable cookstoves across Africa.
Notable practitioners
Betty Moy Huber is the global co-chair of Latham’s ESG practice and advises on the full range of ESG-related matters, including litigation, transactions, financings, reporting, regulatory and policy guidance, activism and board oversight.