Environmental, Social & Governance Risk (Law Firms) - Global-wide
What the Team is Known For
McDermott Will & Emery offers experienced and knowledgeable legal counsel for establishing and maintaining effective ESG practices. The firm helps clients design and implement new or enhanced sustainability programmes and ESG investment strategies which align with the clients’ industries.
Strengths
"It feels like McDermott's breadth and range of capabilities is endless and they are constantly working to bring on team members with additional skill sets."
"MWE has deep experience in complex renewables transactions and strong understanding of the current market. It's an experienced team with a wide range of relevant experience in the renewables industry."
Work Highlights
McDermott Will & Emery advised the UN High Commissioner for Refugees and the Islamic Development Bank on the launch of a Global Fund for Refugees, a USD500 million Shariah-compliance global fund to support the needs of refugees.
Notable Practitioners
Ranajoy Basu specialises in structured finance matters in emerging markets, and has particular expertise in impact finance projects. Basu wins praise for his work with major international organisations on projects in emerging markets. "Ranajoy Basu has been brilliant. He has great expertise, experience, and contacts in emerging markets and development finance, and has a lot of experience working with international organisations." "Ranajoy's expertise in emerging markets and development finance is unique: he has long experience working in frontier markets, and he has unique experience working for international organisations."
