Latham & Watkins (London) LLP draws upon longstanding expertise in the ESG space, serving as a trusted advisor to leading global corporates in navigating critical and complex risk issues. Noted for its ‘highly collaborative approach’ in developing ESG solutions and best practice, the firm is regularly entrusted to provide focused and tailored ESG regulatory advice within transactions, IPOs, and project mandates. Heading the team, Paul Davies focuses his practice on the ESG aspects of M&A, joint ventures, and private equity transactions. Michael Green assists major companies in navigating ESG reporting and disclosure requirements, policy implementation, and climate and human rights risk management. James Bee provides strategic and regulatory ESG advice concerning energy and environmental projects and corporate transactions. Toon Dictus possesses further corporate sustainability expertise.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Latham & Watkins was early to providing ESG support and we have a high level of confidence in their ability to advice on complex matters, including greenwashing, EU Taxonomy, supply chain legislation.’
- ‘Paul Davies and Michael Green are leading experts in ESG legislation and its impact on clients, during deal processes, stakeholder interactions, advertising, and so on. They have a highly collaborative approach, working with other advisors to provide clients with the best possible advice.’
Work highlights
Advising clients on regulatory reporting in relation to ESG-related regulations and policy initiatives.
Advising a number of clients on the ESG due diligence and ESG-related advice connected to M&A transactions.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Paul Davies
Other key lawyers
Michael Green; James Bee; Toon Dictus