The Inaugural Legal ESG: Awards / UK
Following Legal ESG: London - the Legal ESG: Awards / UK will recognize excellence, innovation, and leadership in Environmental, Social, and Governance throughout the UK legal profession.
Legal ESG was born during the pandemic to bring together today’s thought-leaders to address the business-critical imperative of Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance throughout the legal profession.
And come together we did! The resulting Legal ESG community has flourished since launching with online Summits in 2021. Even virtually, the community coalesced to share, nurture, encourage, and innovate – demonstrating true ESG leadership across the globe.
Now Legal ESG events are in-person on a regional basis. Offering these awards to recognize the exemplary work and innovation of those leading in ESG throughout the legal profession in each region is a logical complement to what the Legal ESG community has accomplished, and is accomplishing, as we continue to pursue true strategic leadership and courage in Legal ESG.
Recognizing: excellence / innovation / leadership
In an era where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are becoming increasingly pivotal to the global legal landscape, the inaugural Legal ESG: Awards / UK, following the Legal ESG: London conference, represent a landmark moment for the legal profession.
These awards are not just accolades; they are a testament to the transformative power of the law in driving sustainable and ethical business practices.
Set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving world, where legal professionals are at the forefront of navigating complex ESG challenges, the Legal ESG: Awards / UK recognizes and celebrates excellence, innovation, and leadership in this crucial field.
By spotlighting those who have made significant contributions to embedding ESG principles in legal practices, these awards underscore the integral role of the legal community in shaping a more sustainable future.
The Legal ESG: Awards / UK serve a dual purpose.
These awards recognize outstanding achievements in the present and serve as a beacon for the future, encouraging continued excellence and innovation in the field of ESG. As we celebrate these achievements, we reflect on the legal profession's role in driving positive change, fostering ethical business practices, and contributing to a sustainable and just society.
AWARDS
LAW FIRM / OPERATIONAL
This award recognizes the law firm with exceptional commitment to sustainable business practices. It honors the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into the firm's purpose, strategy and operations, reflecting a dedication to responsible business conduct and a sustainable approach to legal practice.
LAW FIRM / CLIENT SERVICE
This award celebrates a law firm that has excelled in delivering client services with a strong focus on ESG principles. It acknowledges the firm's efforts to incorporate ESG considerations into client advice, transactions, and litigation practices, setting a benchmark for ESG excellence in service clients of the legal profession.
IN-HOUSE LEGAL DEPARTMENT / TEAM
This award is presented to an in-house legal department or team that exemplifies outstanding ESG leadership within their organization. It recognizes their innovative approaches to embedding ESG criteria in corporate strategies, risk management, and compliance, showcasing their pivotal role in steering the corporate ESG agenda.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
This prestigious award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to ESG principles within the legal profession. It celebrates their enduring impact, leadership, and mentorship, reflecting a career that fosters ethical, social, and environmental responsibility in law.
PROFESSOR PAUL WATCHMAN / YOUNG LAWYER
Named in honor of Professor Paul Watchman, this award celebrates a young lawyer* who embodies his passion for ESG law and the development of future legal leaders. In collaboration with his daughter Carla Parsons, Senior Associate at Mills & Reeve, this award recognizes a young legal professional who shows exceptional promise in driving ESG initiatives and shaping the future of responsible legal practice.
- The three finalists will be invited to be part of Legal ESG: London’s speaking faculty, to discuss their work, their nomination, and what ESG means for this next generation of legal leaders.
- *Age requirement – under 40
NOMINATION / EVALUTION CRITERIA
- Describe the work and how it is an example of holistic and strategic ESG.
- Describe how this work is contributing to the transition of a more equitable and just society.
- Explain how this work is an example of lawyers using their highest and best skills to address society’s most pressing challenges.
- Describe the ultimate impact of the work.
TIMELINE
19 APRIL / NOMINEE SUBMISSION DEADLINE
All submissions must be completed no later than 19th April
22 APRIL / FIRST ROUND JUDGING
Our first round of judging will assess and analyze each nominee.
22 MAY / FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
Our esteemed Judges will review and assess each submission through April and May based on the award criteria and announce the finalists of each award category on 22nd of May.
27 May / SECOND ROUND JUDGING
With our finalists set, our judging panels will review, score, and determine this year's recipients.
19 JUNE / AWARDS DINNER
The award recipients of each category will be announced on 19th June at the Legal ESG: Awards / UK. The dinner you will hear from the recipients, judges and guest speakers, network with your peers, and celebrate and recognize outstanding contributions to ESG.
JUDGES
The team at Legal ESG has secured impressive panels of hand-selected judges for each recognition category. Each panel of judges brings years of legal experience, in-house and in private practice lawyers, and ESG expert, specific to their assigned category.
Our judging panels include ESG pioneers, legal leaders, innovators in law firm management and legal practice, and academia, including experts in ESG, culture, collaboration, sustainability and workforce development.
They will evaluate the submissions carefully to highlight best practices in Legal ESG Excellence in each category.
NOMINATION
To submit your nomination, you need to click on the link below. Please note that you will need to complete a separate form for each nomination.
For the nomination process, you will need to prepare the following ahead of starting the online submission process:
- The Nominator / Your details
- The Nominee / Contact Information
- The Nominees Details / Criteria Answers
- Any Additional Information / 3 Supporting Documents
Please note:
- You must complete a separate form for each nomination.
- The online form must be completed and submitted in one sitting.
- To help with that process, we are providing a PDF of the form to allow you to gather all the information before starting the online process. You can cut and paste from the PDF or a Word document into the online form.
- You are also welcome to submit the completed PDF rather than use the online form.
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