LEGAL ESG

LEGAL ESG brings together todays thought leaders to address the business critical imperative of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance in the Legal Profession

Thought Leadership

The State of UK ESG Part 1 - Raising the Bar: UK ESG Regulations and Anti-Greenwashing Rules
By Pamela Cone April 30, 2025
The UK ESG Landscape at a Crossroads. The past year has brought a confluence of geopolitical pressures, evolving regulations, and heightened scrutiny of “green” claims. The UK, having charted its own post-Brexit course, now faces the challenge of asserting leadership in sustainable business practices while staying aligned with international standards.
Law Students for Climate Accountablity, Haley Czarnek and Martha Agudelo
By Shana English April 17, 2025
In this episode of the Inside Legal ESG podcast series, Pam Cone speaks with Haley Czarnek, National Director of Law Students for Climate Accountability along with Martha Agudelo Cordoba, International Director of Law Students for Climate Accountability. They share why and when the organization was founded and give a highlight on their most recent research.
Legal Wellbeing helps law professionals to address the Imperative of holistic health and wellness.
By Daniel Smallwood April 1, 2025
Legal Wellbeing: London will bring together mental health and wellbeing experts, firm leaders, and those charged with the health and wellbeing of their firms to challenge the traditional models of leadership, organizational culture, and talent strategy.

Upcoming Events

Legal ESG: Toronto

29 April 2025

As ESG expectations grow more complex and are being challenged worldwide, the Canadian legal profession faces a dual responsibility: navigating evolving regulatory landscapes and partnering with clients to drive sustainable, responsible business practices.

Legal ESG: London

24 June 2025

Investor expectations are intensifying, litigation risks are mounting, and the political landscape is increasingly polarized. ESG is no longer a niche practice area—it is a core strategic function that permeates every facet of legal advisory and law firm operations.

Legal ESG Awards

25 June 2025

This year’s expanded categories recognize exemplary client service, impactful initiatives, and employee engagement within law firms and in-house departments. We honor individual leaders as well as collaborative efforts that drive meaningful ESG change.

Legal ESG: Europe

25 June 2025

As Europe rolls out sweeping new regulations, from the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, businesses face unprecedented obligations to report on sustainability and police their supply chains.


Inside
Legal
ESG

Podcast

Inside Legal ESG is a series of podcast interviews highlighting opportunities, individuals, and the work being done in the ESG space today.


Inside Legal ESG is now available through your favorite podcast providers.  The full archive of all episodes can be found on our YouTube Channel.

Law Students for Climate Accountablity, Haley Czarnek and Martha Agudelo
By Shana English April 17, 2025
In this episode of the Inside Legal ESG podcast series, Pam Cone speaks with Haley Czarnek, National Director of Law Students for Climate Accountability along with Martha Agudelo Cordoba, International Director of Law Students for Climate Accountability. They share why and when the organization was founded and give a highlight on their most recent research.

Coming Soon

Legal Wellbeing: New York

08 May 2025

The Global Wellbeing Conversation Part 1.

Legal Wellbeing: London

11 September 2025

The Global Wellbeing Conversation Part 2.


LEGAL ESG:

AWARDS / UK

Just Announced:

LEGAL ESG: AWARDS / 2025

Finalists for the Legal ESG: Awards / UK 2024

Recipients of the inaugural Legal ESG Awards / UK


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