Sustainability matters

Macro trends of worsening inequalities and climate change - made more acute by Covid disruption - present arguably the most severe economic, environmental, social and governance challenges in decades.

Navigating the complexities of Sustainability and ESG, we help clients thrive over the long term, providing expert advice that supports economic goals while helping to create a positive and responsible social impact.

Whether you come to us as an individual, a family, from business, financial services, educational or not-for-profit organisations, we are here to help you shape and protect a sustainable future.

Future building

Creating tomorrow's communities and sustainable land management.

Poundbury, Dorchester: Challenging planning assumptions to support the community

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Biodiversity Net Gain is for country houses too

Statutory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) came into force on 12 February 2024. It has generally been portrayed either as a compliance issue for developers, or as an opportunity for landowners….

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Sustainable estate management: less harm, more good

“Sustainability is no longer about doing less harm. It’s about doing more good”: unexpected words to hear from the CEO of Harley-Davidson, but prescient. It might be refined to say…

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Farrer & Co-backed research sets out vital steps to close property’s net zero data gap

Landmark research backed by leading law firm Farrer & Co has today been published by the British Property Federation (BPF), revealing the energy data challenges facing the tenanted property industry…

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Proposed changes to the B Corp certification regime: will we see more or less B Corps?

The UK consumer landscape is shifting and it is becoming increasingly important for businesses to be able to evidence their positive social and environmental impacts to a wide range of…

Sustainable investment & philanthropy

What will your legacy be?

WWF's Living Planet Centre: Award winning eco building, funded by philanthropy, legacies and charitable trusts

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Environment, Social and Governance: issues for businesses

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Five ways charities can improve their social media use

Social media can be a powerful tool for charities but it’s also fraught with risk, ranging from online abuse to legal issues. Here’s how you can use it your advantage….

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Charity webinar series: Doing “good” shouldn’t have a downside – getting your ESG strategy right

Join our webinar series to understand the legal risks and excel in your investments, people management and communications. We will provide practical advice in three areas where there has been…

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Why families should be talking about succession

Succession can be a taboo subject, but it is an essential part of wealth planning for rural landowners. Timing Births, deaths and marriages are often the triggers that spur people…

Good governance

Who are your stakeholders and how do you engage them? Governance with impact, from corporate boardrooms to charities, universities and family offices.

Farrer & Co: Supporting steps towards good governance for 300 years

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Biodiversity Net Gain is for country houses too

Statutory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) came into force on 12 February 2024. It has generally been portrayed either as a compliance issue for developers, or as an opportunity for landowners….

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Inequality in schools: the importance of a diverse teaching workforce

New research shows that over half (55 per cent) of primary schools in England have no ethnic minority teachers. While having a diverse and equitable workforce is vital in any…

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Sustainable estate management: less harm, more good

“Sustainability is no longer about doing less harm. It’s about doing more good”: unexpected words to hear from the CEO of Harley-Davidson, but prescient. It might be refined to say…

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The “new” duty to prevent sexual harassment: insights from Down Under

This article has been written by Jennifer Williams, an Australian qualified lawyer, who has recently joined the Employment Team at Farrer & Co. Many businesses will have already marked the date,…

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Environment, Social and Governance: issues for businesses

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Proposed changes to the B Corp certification regime: will we see more or less B Corps?

The UK consumer landscape is shifting and it is becoming increasingly important for businesses to be able to evidence their positive social and environmental impacts to a wide range of…

Sustainable finance regulations

As the regulation of sustainable finance and ESG evolves, our latest insights will help you stay informed and updated on key developments as they arise.

Insights with purpose

Biodiversity Net Gain is for country houses too

Statutory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) came into force on 12 February 2024. It has generally been portrayed either as a compliance issue for developers, or as an opportunity for landowners….

Good governance

Inequality in schools: the importance of a diverse teaching workforce

Future building, Good governance

Sustainable estate management: less harm, more good

Good governance

The “new” duty to prevent sexual harassment: insights from Down Under

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About us

We believe sustainability is about legacy - about ensuring the creation and protection of long term value for current and future stakeholders, and achieving that in a way that is ethical and responsible. Helping you navigate the most material opportunities and risks, our support is:

Strategic: legal advice that helps you plan for a sustainable, resilient future
Multidisciplinary: a cohesive approach to sustainability and ESG issues
Pragmatic: advice on building sustainability principles into your operations and legacy, turning strategy into action
Insightful: best practice and perspectives drawn from our work with multiple sectors and client types