Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

At The Jurists International Advocates & Solicitors, we provide comprehensive legal advisory and compliance services in the rapidly evolving field of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). With increasing regulatory scrutiny and stakeholder expectations, ESG considerations have become critical to business strategy and operations. Our ESG practice is designed to help clients integrate sustainable practices into their governance frameworks, mitigate legal risks, and build long-term value.

We work closely with corporations, investors, boards, and compliance teams to ensure ESG alignment with global standards, local regulations, and stakeholder objectives.

Our Approach to ESG

Our approach to ESG is proactive, strategic, and aligned with global best practices. We believe that sustainability and strong governance are not only regulatory imperatives but also essential drivers of corporate resilience and ethical growth. We provide legal advice that helps clients navigate ESG risks, meet disclosure obligations, implement responsible practices, and respond to emerging regulatory frameworks.

Our cross-disciplinary team combines expertise in corporate law, environmental law, labour law, and compliance to deliver tailored ESG solutions that align with the unique goals of each client.

Areas of Expertise

1. Environmental Compliance & Sustainability Advisory

We help clients comply with environmental laws and regulations, including the Environment Protection Act, Air and Water Acts, and waste management rules. Our services include:

• Environmental due diligence

• Pollution control compliance

• Hazardous waste and e-waste management

• Environmental impact assessments (EIA)

• Climate change-related disclosures and risk management

2. Social Responsibility & Labor Practices

Our attorneys assist businesses in promoting responsible social practices, ensuring compliance with applicable labor and human rights laws, including:

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) compliance

• Human rights due diligence and reporting

• Anti-discrimination and workplace harassment policies

• Labor law compliance, fair wages, and working conditions

3. Governance and Ethical Practices

We provide legal counsel to strengthen corporate governance and compliance frameworks, including:

• Board governance and fiduciary duties

• Whistleblower protection and internal investigations

• Anti-corruption and anti-bribery compliance

• Risk management and internal control systems

4. ESG Reporting and Disclosures

As ESG reporting becomes increasingly mandatory, we assist clients with the preparation and review of ESG disclosures under frameworks such as:

• SEBI’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)

• Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

• Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)

• Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

5. ESG Risk Mitigation & Litigation

We represent clients in ESG-related disputes and regulatory investigations, including:

• Environmental violations and public interest litigations (PILs)

• ESG shareholder activism and class actions

• Greenwashing claims and reputational risk mitigation

• Regulatory defense in enforcement actions

If your business is navigating the ESG landscape or preparing for regulatory compliance, contact our ESG Advisory Team at The Jurists International Advocates & Solicitors. Let us help you build a responsible, resilient, and legally compliant future.

Why Choose The Jurists International for ESG?

1. Multi-Disciplinary Expertise:

   Our ESG practice integrates expertise from diverse legal domains—environmental, corporate, labour, and regulatory—providing clients with a holistic and strategic legal perspective.

2. Regulatory Insight & Global Alignment:

   We stay at the forefront of evolving ESG laws and frameworks, ensuring clients are aligned with both Indian regulatory requirements and international best practices.

3. Tailored ESG Strategies

   We stay abreast of evolving tech regulations, from AI governance to crypto regulations, so our clients are always legally ahead.

4. Proactive Risk Management:

   We help clients identify and address ESG risks before they escalate, safeguarding corporate reputation and stakeholder trust.

5. Commitment to Sustainability & Ethics:

   At The Jurists International, we believe in promoting responsible business. We work with clients not just to comply with ESG mandates, but to lead by example in creating a sustainable future.