INSIDE LEGAL ESG

It was a great pleasure to record this podcast with David Alfrey, partner at Addleshaw Goddard.  We talked about his career and his passion for using the legal profession to influence the transition society needs. When you hear about some of his work / projects, you will understand why he is the recent recipient of the Legal ESG Professor Paul Watchman Young Lawyer Award.  So well-deserved. 

What a delight it was to chat with Annabel Nelson, an accomplished Sustainability Leader and Advisor in the Financial Services industry.  We discuss her career in the global insurance industry, what prompted her to focus on sustainability, and her recently research paper “Navigating Troubled Waters:  a briefing for director of financial institutions” published by CDP. You can listen here! 

Join us for this episode of Inside Legal ESG to hear my conversation with Carla Parsons, Senior Associate at Mills & Reeve in the UK. Carla practices in Commercial and ESG matters. She shares with us her take on hot topics in the ESG space and what is coming next. We also discuss the tremendous legacy of her late father, Professor Paul Watchman, considered by many to be the Godfather of the ES...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, Pamela Cone speaks with Rob Karpati of Blended Capital Group. In this conversation, Rob shares his insights on the mining industry’s role in engaging in and  exhibiting best practices around ESG. You won’t want to miss this conversation.

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we hear from Anna Krotova and Jennifer Geary, co-authors of the just released book “How to be a Chief Sustainability Officer:  Leading the transition to a Sustainable Organization.”  In our conversation, they share what motivated them to write this book, what CSOs need to focus on, what the future holds, and of course, what gives them hope.  A great conversatio...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we chat with Matthew Sparkes, Sustainability Director at Linklaters. Given he has been with Linklaters for 16 + years, there is a lot to learn about the evolution of the remit, advice for those just getting started, and what challenges are on the horizon for law firms’ own sustainability journeys. 

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, I talk with Katie Stowe – a Legal Industry Legend in Marketing, Business Development, DEI, ESG, and ProBono.  We discuss the opening of her new business, Impact Matters, a firm which will consult with “future-ready” law firms.  She shared the progression of her career, the expectations of clients, the maturity (or not) of law firms in these areas, and what give...

Join us for this episode of the Inside Legal ESG podcast series to hear Pam Cone discuss the latest trends, opportunities and challenges with ESG throughout the legal profession – everything from Artificial Intelligence, to political pushback, to increasing regulatory pressure.  With Christina’s view from London, and Aimee’s perspective from Johannesburg, the conversation paints a global picture o...

What a treat to have a conversation with Alyssa Auberger, Chief Sustainability Officer at Baker McKenzie. She shares with us her journey, her favorite and her most challenging aspects of working in the sustainability space in the legal profession. We also discuss the role of the legal profession in the global transition.  You won’t want to miss this discussion. 

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, host Pam Cone speaks with Joshua Domb, Founder of Gen-R Law – a law firm based in London that is on a mission: To bring the energy, passion and expertise of a full-service corporate law firm to the global work against climate change. What motivated him to start this firm? What has surprised him the most? And why is he committed to “paying it forward?”  You won’...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we speak with Ximena Araya, an Innovation and Sustainability Associate with the law firm of Facio and Canas in San Jose, Costa Rica.  In our conversation, we learn of the latest disclosure developments for Costa Rica companies, and what is next for the country’s regulatory developments.  Ximena shares her predictions for the next year, and describes what gives...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we talk with Adam Braun, Co-founder and CEO of Clarasight.  Adam shares his insights re: managing carbon emissions on a short-term basis in order to reach long-term emissions reduction goals.  He explains how to treat “carbon as currency” and manage and spend accordingly.  And, he shares what gives him hope in this, the greatest transition of our lifetime! 

So excited to have had the opportunity to speak with Philip Charm, Co-Founder of Clarasight, an Enterprise Carbon Planning & Analysis platform. In our conversation, we talk about the impetus in starting the company, how they have pivoted to respond to the market, the trends in companies tackling a carbon reduction program, and the benefits to those companies who “lean-in” to the opportunity –...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, Lee Shankland-Gort, Partner and Head of ESG at Addleshaw Goddard, shares his career journey that led him to his current focus on ESG.  His role includes the ESG journey for the firm, as well as leading the team of lawyers advising clients on ESG.  You won’t want to miss this conversation, and his predictions for the future.

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, I speak with Chris Cayley, Managing Director of Cyan Partners. We discuss how ESG is permeating recruiting practices in the legal space – both for law firms and for inhouse teams.  Will we reach a day when ESG is part of every practice area?  What gives Chris hope in this space? Listen in to learn more. 

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, Pamela Cone has a chat with Matthew Sekol, Global ESG & Sustainability Advisor at Microsoft, and the author of the just published book “ESG Mindset: Business Resilience and Sustainable Growth.”  The conversation covers everything from the criticisms and controversies around ESG, the future of ESG, and of course, what gives Matthew hope working in this fast-...

So delighted to chat with Mark Bergman, Founder and CEO of 7 Pillars Global Insights. Given his 39+ years as a Securities, Governance and Disclosure lawyer at Paul Weiss, and his current work in the ESG space, he offers tremendous insights and thought leadership around what is happening globally and here in the US with respect to ESG. You won’t want to miss it.

This episode of Inside Legal ESG is a conversation with Kirsty Rogers, Global Head of ESG at DWF, and the Managing Partner of DWF’s Manchester office. We chat about where DWF is on its ESG journey (quite impressive indeed), what ESG work the firm is doing with clients, how the legal profession is collaborating for greater progress, and what to expect in the coming year. You won’t want to miss it.

Pam speaks with Sean West, Co-Founder of Hence Technologies, an award-winning legal technology company, and author of the GeoLegal notes newsletter, where he draws on decades in the political risk industry to advise legal leaders on risks and opportunities driven by geopolitics. This episode includes discussions around the decaying Rule of Law, the 2024 Political Stew, Guilt by Representation, and...

What a delight to speak with Paddy Linighan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Clyde & Co. We discussed how he got to the role he holds today, what is important for law firms in the ESG space, and the challenges of reducing carbon emissions when the vast majority of a firm’s emissions are from the Supply Chain. Paddy’s story is great, and his advice is spot-on. You won’t want to miss his insight...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, I am honored to have a chat with Dana Denis-Smith, Founder and CEO of Oblisk Support. We talked about her launching the business in 2010, the obstacles she faced in the legal profession, why Obelisk Support pursued (and achieved) B Corp Status, and what is next for her company and the profession. You won’t want to miss it.

What a great conversation with Alison Taylor, Professor at NYU Stern School of Business. We discussed her book “Higher Ground: How Business Can Do the Right Thing in a Turbulent World.” She offers great insights on the topic of “ethics” and shares advice on why and when companies should “take a stand.” We talked about what is in store for “ESG” in 2024. You won’t want to miss this episode.

This conversation with Alex Kruzel, CEO & Founder of Telesto Strategy is a gem. We discuss what motivated her to start her ESG consulting firm, what trends she is seeing across her client industries, what it all means for law firms, and what the forthcoming regulations will mean for all companies. You won’t want to miss it

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we speak with Sandy Hansen-Wolff, a certified executive coach, a serial entrepreneur, and an expert in transitions and turn-arounds – for executives, their teams, and their companies. She shares with us what she is seeing re: ESG amongst her clients, what is emerging as important and relevant for them, and what gives her hope for the future. You will not want t...

In this episode of Inside Legal ESG, we hear from Alex Lassiter, founder and CEO of GreenPlaces, the all in-one sustainability platform. What does that mean exactly? What differentiates this platform from its competitors? In this conversation, Alex shares what sustainability means for the legal profession, and that law firms have a choice – be a leader or be a laggard. Clients are watching!