As a UK law firm, with a broad and prestigious network of top, independent law firms, covering over 100 countries, Irwin Mitchell is well positioned to assist our international clients navigating ESG requirements.

For businesses and individuals looking to set up in the UK, we can assist in ensuring responsible and compliant processes and structures while advising on your industry specific regulations and local UK considerations.

If you are a UK business with interests or relationships in other territories, we can help you navigate contracts, cross border issues, different jurisdictions and ensure compliant reporting and practices both home and abroad.

With strong global focus on issues like climate change, labour practices, supply chain management and tax positions, it is even more important than ever that there is organisational transparency and accountability across all locations. Our multi-disciplinary team with specialities in corporate governance, dispute resolution, data and cyber security and trademarking amongst others will support you as you look to drive sustainable growth for your business.


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We've been involved in a number of international projects relating to setting up global programs relating to data governance.

We advised a global manufacturer on its GDPR readiness program across its Eurasia region. Not only were we appointed as specialist data protection lawyers from a UK perspective but also the legal project manager for the project.

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Sectors

Sport

Our specialist sports lawyers have in-depth knowledge of the sports sector, many of them coming from sporting clubs and organisations themselves.

They bring this passion and experience to a broad spectrum of ESG related services tailored to this industry, from corporate governance and compliance to environmental planning of a new stadium to awareness training on Diversity and Inclusion. For more information visit our Sport Sector ESG page.

Manufacturing

The manufacturing sector is at the forefront of both the challenges and opportunities of building a sustainable business.

From energy and emissions and waste management to responsible sourcing and large diverse workforces and work environments, our multi-disciplinary team of experts can help with achieving both the short-term wins and long-term goals. For more information visit our Manufacturing Sector ESG page.

Real Estate

Whether you are a developer, investor or occupier, there are significant considerations to ensure that properties are built and operated efficiently and responsibly.

Our expert legal teams can advise across multiple real estate sectors to assist you in complying with regulations and managing the environmental and social impact of any property or development. From implementing of green leases and issuing of environmental permits to sophisticated environmental planning expertise, the team can guide you to achieve your ESG goals. For more information visit our Real Estate Sector ESG page.

Retail, Leisure & Hospitality

Consumer facing and retail businesses are often in the spotlight when it comes to being responsible businesses.

Fair labour practices, hyper consumerism and waste, safe working environments, packaging and marketing claims are all in a day’s work for these businesses. Our diverse team of consumer and retail specialists can advise on how to anticipate and plan for ESG considerations in this fast-moving environment to protect your business and ensure sustainable growth. For more information visit our Retail, Leisure & Hospitality Sector ESG page.

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