The ‘very professional’ and ’knowledgeable’ sustainability and ESG practice at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is particularly sought-after for its advice within the energy, environment, and sustainable finance spaces. Drawing upon longstanding litigation management expertise, Louise Howarth is regularly sought-after to advise on ESG regulatory risk and green claims issues. Acting for large multinationals and financial services firms, Philip Spyropoulos and Michaela Walker assist in navigating the impact of the UK and EU sustainable finance regulation and charting the EU ESG regulatory suite. Diane Gilhooley heads the practice.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is prompt to respond, very professional, and knowledgeable. They are agile to cater to change in timelines while maintaining very high standard of work. They are friendly to interact with and we consider them as our extended team, integral to the success of the deals executed.’

  • ‘Eversheds Sutherland demonstrates a high level of professionalism.’

Key clients

  • Schroders Greencoat
  • Kraken Technologies Limited

Work highlights

Advising NEXT’s Product Liability Team to ensure compliance with ESG-related regulations throughout the lifecycle of its products and brands, contributing to NEXT’s Annual Corporate Responsibility Report.
Practice head

Diane Gilhooley

Other key lawyers

Louise Howarth; Philip Spyropoulos; Michaela Walker