
Linklaters LLP is regularly engaged for its expertise on ESG compliance, reporting, and risk management across advisory, transactional, and contentious mandates. Rachel Barrett is highly sought-after among major domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates, particularly in the energy, utilities, and natural resources spaces. As a core focus, Barrett helps navigate EU corporate and financial sustainability reporting regulation, supply chain due diligence requirements, and greenwashing and human rights risk. Iyesogie Igiehon is notable for her support on climate transition and decarbonisation strategies; James Marlow stands out for his expertise on corporate governance and risk management; Aileen Buchanan focuses on ESG reporting in the energy and natural resources spaces; and Claire Kernick is an expert in sustainability claims and disclosures.
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Rachel Barrett
Other key lawyers
Aileen Buchanan; Iyesogie Igiehon; Claire Kernick; James Marlow


