At the upcoming Legal ESG Benelux conference (24 September 2025, in The Hague - The Netherlands), leading lawyers, academics, investors and climate innovators will explore how ESG, sustainability and law intersect in practice. From climate litigation to corporate deal-making, from shifting regulations to impact investing, our speakers share one goal: managing ESG risks while seizing emerging opportunities.

Below, get to know the experts who will headline this ESG event—and why their perspectives matter for law firms, in‑house teams and every organisation navigating the fast-evolving world of legal ESG.

The 2025 Legal ESG: Benelux Speaker Line‑Up

Anna Duron, Senior Associate, EU Law – Ashurst (Brussels).  Bringing deep EU regulatory insight, Anna helps clients translate complex legislation into actionable ESG strategies. Expect sharp takes on how Brussels is rewriting the rulebook on sustainability disclosures and due diligence.

Aukje Haan, Partner & Co‑Head, CMS Commercial Group: Aukje advises multinationals on ESG risks embedded in commercial contracts and supply chains. She’ll outline how law firms can build cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver holistic environmental, social and governance advice.

Boris Bekkering  Commercial Director, Regreener – “No‑nonsense Climate Action”. Boris turns climate ambition into measurable impact. He’ll challenge the audience to scrutinise carbon claims and to craft legal frameworks that reward real reductions, not greenwash.

Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm  Partner, Free Speech, Privacy & Reputation Management – bureau Brandeis. ESG isn’t only about carbon—think digital rights, transparency and ethical communication. Christiaan will connect privacy, free expression and governance duties in a data-driven world.

Daan van Maurik  PhD Candidate, Climate Litigation – Utrecht University. Fresh research, fresh precedents: Daan will map the rapid rise of climate cases and what they mean for corporate strategy—and the lawyers advising on it.

Gerard Reid,  Energy, Finance & Geopolitics; Investor & Strategic Advisor. Gerard tracks disruption in energy markets. He’ll offer a macro view: how geopolitics and capital flows are reshaping the “E” in ESG—and the legal structures that need to keep up.

Helmer Schukken,  Managing Partner – Rubio Impact Ventures. Impact capital meets fiduciary duty. Helmer will discuss how investors measure value beyond IRR, and what legal terms genuinely protect mission and governance.

Irina Michkina,  Senior Legal Counsel Sustainability – Booking.com. In‑house at scale: Irina navigates global ESG requirements across jurisdictions. Learn how to operationalise sustainability clauses, audits and reporting from inside a tech giant.

Jeroen Raskin,  Partner, Corporate M&A – Monard Law. Deals now come with ESG DD checklists. Jeroen will share how M&A lawyers surface sustainability liabilities—and turn ESG strengths into valuation levers.

Loes van Dijk,  Founder – Climate Court; EU Climate Pact Ambassador. Loes is pioneering innovative legal avenues for climate accountability. Expect a passionate call for systems change, strategic litigation and collaborative advocacy.

Mathijs Arts,  Partner, Corporate M&A & Head of ESG Project Team – La Gro. Mathijs leads ESG integration across corporate practice groups. He’ll reveal practical steps for embedding sustainability in governance documents and shareholder agreements.

Pauline Kuipers,  Partner, International Competition & EU Law Group – Bird & Bird. Competition law meets collaboration. Pauline will explore how companies can cooperate on sustainability initiatives without breaching antitrust rules—a hot topic for every GC.

Sjoerd Kamerbeek,  Managing Partner, Corporate Litigation – Van Doorne; Director, Chair for Social Entrepreneurship, Utrecht University. From the boardroom to the courtroom, Sjoerd advises on governance disputes and purpose-driven business structures. He’ll highlight how litigation risk and opportunity evolve with ESG maturity.

Pamela Cone,  ESG Lead – Inside Practice. Pamela equips law firms to walk the ESG talk—aligning pro bono, DEI, environmental targets and governance with client expectations. She’ll share frameworks for authentic ESG integration.

Robert van Beemen,  Partner – DRB Groep. Robert focuses on organisational transformation. His session will zero in on change management: how to make ESG commitments stick across legal departments and business units.

Renske Mackor,  Director, Legal Sustainability & Research into Rights of Nature – PwC. Renske pushes the frontier of sustainability and law, examining how rights of nature could reshape corporate responsibilities and risk assessments.

Annellies van Tongeren,  Senior Manager, Legal Business Solutions – PwC. Annellies turns ESG policies into processes. She’ll demonstrate how technology and legal ops can embed legal ESG into the day‑to‑day fabric of organisations.

Why This Legal ESG Event Matters

• Regulation is accelerating: CSRD, CSDDD and green claims directives demand rigorous legal responses.
• Stakeholders are watching: Investors, employees and consumers expect transparent, authentic ESG commitments.
• Opportunity is real: Smart governance, inclusive social policies and credible environmental action can differentiate your practice and your business.

At Legal ESG Benelux, you’ll gain the insights to move from policy to performance—while connecting with peers who are wrestling with the same challenges.

Secure your place at the leading legal ESG forum in the region. Bring your questions, your case studies and your curiosity.

Ready to register? Visit the event page and make sure your team is represented at the table where environmental, social and governance meets the future of law.