Acclaimed for being ‘very experienced with a practical approach’, the sustainability, ESG and impact practice at Watson Farley & Williams LLP is highly sought-after in the energy, infrastructure, and transport spaces. Sarah Ellington is a key contact on ESG strategy and reporting, modern slavery act obligations and reporting, and OECD guidelines issues. Nick Walker is regularly entrusted to advise on decarbonisation regulations, emissions trading schemes, the EU Deforestation Regulation, and ESG disclosures.
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Testimonials
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‘Responsiveness and individual client care is exceptional for such a large firm.’
‘Very experienced with a practical approach.’
‘Nick Walker and Valentina Keys truly go above and beyond.’
‘Sarah Ellington is a fabulous lawyer and so great to work with. She is innovative and very hard-working.’
‘Sarah Ellington and Lauren Satill are both very experienced and capable.’
Key clients
- Republic of Guinea
- Trafigura
- Hecla Emissions Management
- Carbon Trust
Work highlights
Advising the Republic of Guinea on ESG, Environment and Health and Safety risks and liabilities in connection with the US$15bn Simandou mining and related rail and port infrastructure project.
Practice head
Sarah Ellington; Nick Walker
Other key lawyers
Valentina Keys; Lauren Satill