Identifying and managing human rights risks is of growing significance as businesses seek to adhere to international and domestic law, standards and best practice
Our specialist Business and Human Rights team supports clients in navigating complex human rights issues arising across global business operations, activities and supply chains.
We recognise the opportunities for organisations that meaningfully demonstrate respect for human rights. Our team also understands the multifaceted legal, financial and reputational challenges that can arise in the context of human rights issues, especially in today’s dynamic ESG landscape.
In order to achieve meaningful outcomes for businesses when tackling these risks, we use market-leading cross‑disciplinary teams, with experts in crisis management, investigations, governance, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution. Our team balances commercial and best practice advice with existing human rights frameworks to manage and avoid adverse human rights impacts.
We regularly advise clients on global and international human rights laws, standards and guidelines, human rights disclosures and due diligence, engagement with regulators, remediation of human rights incidences, and grievance management.
Our team covers the field including with respect to Modern Slavery, Anti Bribery and Corruption, Responsible Business and Climate & ESG.
Strategic Solutions for Every Challenge
Our approach combines legal expertise with practical solutions tailored to your unique business context. We focus on:
- Incorporating human rights into governance frameworks and compliance policies
- Preparing human rights disclosures and modern slavery statements
- Conducting due diligence for new business activities and investments
- Managing risks through robust due diligence frameworks
- Navigating global human rights due diligence regimes, including modern slavery laws
- Responding to regulatory investigations and managing potential litigation
- Delivering targeted training on human rights and modern slavery for leadership and teams
