Legal ESG: New York, held on November 15th and 16th, 2023, was a pivotal event dedicated to exploring the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles within the legal profession. Organized by Legal ESG, the conference convened law firm leaders, in-house counsel, legal service providers, and ESG experts to discuss the evolving role of law firms in addressing pressing ESG challenges.
The event's agenda featured a comprehensive exploration of topics such as the current ESG landscape's impact on the legal profession, the influence of foreign ESG regulations on U.S. businesses, the intersection of politics and ESG, and the convergence of artificial intelligence with ESG in legal practices. Sessions included keynote presentations, in-depth case studies, and diverse panel discussions, providing attendees with actionable insights into embedding ESG values within their organizations.
Hosted at Clifford Chance's New York office, the conference offered ample networking opportunities, including a pre-event dinner, breakfast and lunch sessions, and a networking reception. Notable speakers included Sharis Pozen, Regional Managing Partner at Clifford Chance; Adam Braun, CEO of Climate Club; and Gina Passarella, Senior Vice President at ALM, among others.
Legal professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of ESG's impact on the legal sector found this event invaluable. Attendees gained practical strategies for integrating ESG principles into their practices, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and positioning their firms at the forefront of responsible business practices.
Speakers(29)
Adam Braun
CEO at Climate Club
Adam Braun is the CEO of Climate Club, a New York Times bestselling author, and the founder of Pencils of Promise.
Alex Lassiter
Founder & CEO at GreenPlaces
Alex Lassiter is the Founder and CEO of GreenPlaces, specializing in sustainable business solutions.
Alison Proshan
Strategic Counsel at McKinsey & Company
Alison Proshan serves as Strategic Counsel at McKinsey & Company, advising on legal and strategic matters.
Amma Anaman
Senior Associate General Counsel & Legal Relationship Manager, U.S. Listings at Nasdaq
Amma Anaman is the Senior Associate General Counsel and Legal Relationship Manager for U.S. Listings at Nasdaq.
Amy Hermalik
ESG Counsel at General Motors
Amy Hermalik serves as ESG Counsel at General Motors, advising on environmental, social, and governance matters.
Andrew Shaw
Partner at Dentons
Andrew Shaw is a Partner at Dentons, focusing on legal aspects of environmental and sustainability issues.
Bruno Camargo
ESG Partner & Head of LATAM Desk at Liance Legal
Bruno Camargo is the ESG Partner and Head of the LATAM Desk at Liance Legal, focusing on ESG matters in Latin America.
Christina Bartholomew
Co-Founder at Stories Evolved
Christina Bartholomew is the Co-Founder of Stories Evolved, focusing on strategic communication and storytelling.
Christine Uri
Founder at ESG for In-house
Christine Uri is the founder of ESG for In-house, providing ESG guidance for corporate legal departments.
David Curran
Co-Chair, Sustainability & ESG Advisory Practice at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
David Curran is the Co-Chair of the Sustainability & ESG Advisory Practice at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP.
Deneen Donnley
Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.
Deneen Donnley is the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.
Fady Hanalla
Senior Counsel at Wells Fargo
Fady Hanalla is a Senior Counsel at Wells Fargo, focusing on legal matters within the financial sector.
Gabriela Ocampo Ucha
Manager, Transformational Governance at United Nations Global Compact
Gabriela Ocampo Ucha is the Manager of Transformational Governance at the United Nations Global Compact.
James McPhillips
Partner at Clifford Chance
James McPhillips is a Partner at Clifford Chance, specializing in legal matters related to ESG.
Jo Summers
Chief Client Officer at Lamp House Strategy
Jo Summers is the Chief Client Officer at Lamp House Strategy, focusing on client relations and strategy.
Katie Stowe
Associate Director - Diversity & Inclusion Client Programs at Norton Rose Fulbright
Katie Stowe is the Associate Director for Diversity & Inclusion Client Programs at Norton Rose Fulbright.
Kyle Goehring
Head of Sustainability at Turner & Townsend
Kyle Goehring is the Head of Sustainability at Turner & Townsend, overseeing sustainable practices in construction and management.
Lisa Hart Shepherd
Chief Executive Officer at Lamp House Strategy
Lisa Hart Shepherd is the Chief Executive Officer of Lamp House Strategy, providing strategic consulting services.
Michael Littenberg
Partner at Ropes & Gray
Michael Littenberg is a Partner at Ropes & Gray, specializing in ESG and corporate social responsibility.
Michelle Williams
Partner at Clifford Chance
Michelle Williams is a Partner at Clifford Chance, specializing in legal matters related to ESG.
Mike Stiller
New Initiatives at Nasdaq
Mike Stiller is involved in New Initiatives at Nasdaq, focusing on innovative projects and strategies.
Miriam Wrobel
Senior Managing Director, Global Leader, ESG & Sustainability at FTI Consulting
Miriam Wrobel is the Senior Managing Director and Global Leader for ESG & Sustainability at FTI Consulting.
Natalie Runyon
ESG Strategist & Consultant at Thomson Reuters
Natalie Runyon is an ESG Strategist and Consultant at Thomson Reuters, advising on environmental, social, and governance strategies.
Sam Stark
Founder and CEO at Green Project Technologies
Sam Stark is the Founder and CEO of Green Project Technologies, specializing in environmental data solutions.
Sharis Pozen
Regional Managing Partner, Americas; Co-Chair, Global Antitrust Group at Clifford Chance
Sharis Pozen serves as the Regional Managing Partner for the Americas and Co-Chair of the Global Antitrust Group at Clifford Chance.
Stephen Pike
Corporate and ESG Law Partner at Gowling WLG
Stephen Pike is a Corporate and ESG Law Partner at Gowling WLG, advising on corporate and ESG legal issues.
Steve Nickelsburg
Partner at Clifford Chance
Steve Nickelsburg is a Partner at Clifford Chance, focusing on legal matters related to ESG.
Timothy A. Wilkins
Global Partner for Client Sustainability at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Timothy A. Wilkins is the Global Partner for Client Sustainability at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
Vidhya Prabhakaran
Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine
Vidhya Prabhakaran is a Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine, specializing in energy and environmental law.
Event Details
- Date
- June 15-16, 2023
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Clifford Chance, 31 West 52nd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10019
- Pricing
- $1,495
- Audience
- Law firm leaders, in-house counsel, legal service providers, ESG experts