A&O Shearman
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A&O Shearman stands out for the breadth of its ESG and sustainability project and regulatory expertise. Matthew Townsend , who serves as global practice co-head, regularly advises clients on ESG reporting and disclosure requirements, carbon and emissions trading, and environmental risk. Tom d’Ardenne is an expert in environmental law, producer responsibility requirements, and the development of carbon market trading documentation. James Ford, who joined the firm in January 2026 from Mayer Brown International LLP , has a notable track record in supply chain and human rights due diligence. Climate and corporate sustainability reporting expert Danae Wheeler and carbon and energy transition project specialist Ming Zee Tee provide key support.
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Key clients
- Associated British Foods (and its subsidiary British Sugar plc)
- Dover Corporation
Work highlights
Advising the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, an independent not-for-profit think tank dedicated to accelerating the decarbonisation of the maritime industry, as a knowledge partner across a broad range of workstreams.