Why lawyers in private practice with environmental and planning expertise are more vital than ever.
As ESG moves from buzzword to boardroom priority, legal professionals in private practice are becoming key enablers of meaningful change, shaping policy, protecting reputation, and advising clients on sustainable growth.
From planning and environmental law to regulatory and disputes work, ESG is creating new demand across practice areas.
Here’s how private practice lawyers are driving ESG transformation:
- Advising clients on how to mitigate greenwashing risks and ensure ESG statements stand up to scrutiny
- Supporting low-carbon and climate-resilient infrastructure through expert planning advice
- Representing clients in climate litigation and public inquiries, a rapidly growing area of legal work
- Staying ahead of ESG regulations—from the UK’s evolving disclosure standards to EU sustainability directives
With ESG now embedded in risk assessments, M&A due diligence, and long-term strategy, clients are looking to their legal advisers for clarity, leadership, and foresight.
Now is the time for private practice lawyers to:
- Build specialist ESG knowledge within their sector
- Partner with clients on sustainability-driven mandates
- Position themselves as thought leaders in climate, governance, and ethics
ESG isn’t just a trend. It’s a transformation, and legal expertise is central to getting it right.
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