Rapidly evolving political currents and global crises are forcing a rethink of ESG in the legal profession. What worked a few years ago may no longer suffice, as lawyers now face a fragmented, volatile ESG landscape shaped by new political leadership, regulatory pushback, geopolitical conflict, and shifting investor attitudes.
The ESG Reset: Risk, Regulation, Responsibility & Resilience is grounded in the pressing developments of 2025–2026, which together underscore why a fundamental reframing of ESG for lawyers is urgently necessary. Lawyers who understand this shifting landscape will be better positioned to protect their clients from emerging risks (litigation, regulatory penalties, reputational damage) and to seize opportunities (such as advising on compliance in new markets or shaping resilient corporate policies).
On November 13, Partner Stacey Sprenkel will join the panel "Investor Perspectives, Metrics, and the Future of ESG." Together, we will examine the evolving perspectives of investors and other stakeholders on ESG in 2025–2026 and exploring how the legal profession can respond to the opportunities and risks in ESG's future.