Department profile
Watson Farley & Williams

Business & Human Rights Law

Global Guide 2026 : Global Market Leaders


Watson Farley & Williams

Rankings

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Business & Human Rights Law - Global Market Leaders

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Watson Farley & Williams is a well-regarded international firm, with significant business and human rights expertise housed in its London office. The law firm offers:

• A strong track record in international work, spanning Europe, Asia and Africa, in both contentious and compliance-related matters.

• Experience handling a range of relevant issues including supply chain due diligence, risk assessment procedures and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

• Expertise advising on non-judicial mechanisms including OECD National Contact Points.

Strengths

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  • Their level of commitment and responsiveness, as well as their expertise and in-depth knowledge across various sectors, make them a trusted partner for all our needs.

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  • They are reliable, organised and are devoted to advancing the business and human rights field.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Sarah Ellington
    Band 2Sarah Ellington

    Sarah Ellington

    Sarah Ellington is a London-based partner and is recognised for her expertise in civil claims, ESG and human rights related disputes, often advising corporations and businesses and their subsidiaries abroad. She is also noted for her mediation experience.

    • Sarah is a leading expert to help clients in the increasingly complex sustainability space. She is thoughtful, practical and unflappable.

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    • Sarah is extremely professional and thorough, goes in-depth and has a flexible mind.

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    • Sarah is absolutely superb on the delivery of her advice and her depth and breadth of knowledge.

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