Battle Over ESG Investment Standards Intensifies
In this Client Advisory, John Roberti, Ronald F. Wick, David F. Lisner, and Harvey B. Silikovitz discuss the escalating conflict over ESG investment standards, as the Texas Attorney General and 10 other states sue BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street.
The lawsuit alleges that these firms’ ESG strategies in the coal industry violated antitrust laws by reducing production, raising prices, and inflating electric bills. The asset managers are expected to argue that the states haven’t shown evidence of collusion.
This high-profile case underscores the complex intersection of ESG goals and antitrust law, emphasizing the importance of careful ESG implementation to avoid antitrust risks.
Battle Over ESG Investment Standards Intensifies
In this Client Advisory, John Roberti, Ronald F. Wick, David F. Lisner, and Harvey B. Silikovitz discuss the escalating conflict over ESG investment standards, as the Texas Attorney General and 10 other states sue BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street.
The lawsuit alleges that these firms’ ESG strategies in the coal industry violated antitrust laws by reducing production, raising prices, and inflating electric bills. The asset managers are expected to argue that the states haven’t shown evidence of collusion.
This high-profile case underscores the complex intersection of ESG goals and antitrust law, emphasizing the importance of careful ESG implementation to avoid antitrust risks.
Cohen & Gresser Recognized as a Leading Firm for Investigations in GIR 100
Cohen & Gresser has been named to Global Investigations Review’s GIR 100 for the sixth year in a row, reaffirming its position as a leading international law firm for cross-border investigations.
The GIR 100, a definitive guide to the world’s top firms for investigations, recognized Cohen & Gresser for its exceptional representation of high-profile individuals and companies. The firm was highlighted for its strong team of renowned lawyers operating in key jurisdictions worldwide. The GIR 100 is based on comprehensive submissions and rigorous independent research, identifying the top 100 firms globally that excel in government-led, internal, and cross-border investigations.
Cohen & Gresser Recognized in GIR 100
Cohen & Gresser has been named to Global Investigations Review’s GIR 100 for the sixth year in a row, reaffirming its position as a leading international law firm for cross-border investigations.
The GIR 100, a definitive guide to the world’s top firms for investigations, recognized Cohen & Gresser for its exceptional representation of high-profile individuals and companies. The firm was highlighted for its strong team of renowned lawyers operating in key jurisdictions worldwide. The GIR 100 is based on comprehensive submissions and rigorous independent research, identifying the top 100 firms globally that excel in government-led, internal, and cross-border investigations.
Cohen & Gresser Achieves Mansfield Certification
Cohen & Gresser is proud to announce that it has achieved Mansfield Certification for 2023-2024, a significant milestone that underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal profession.
Mansfield Certification is a year-long, structured certification process designed to ensure that all qualified talent at participating law firms has a fair and equal opportunity to be considered for leadership roles.
“Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just values we talk about; they are integral to how we operate as a firm,” said Lawrence T. Gresser, the firm’s managing partner. “Achieving Mansfield Certification is a natural extension of our ongoing efforts to ensure that our leadership and decision-making structures reflect diverse perspectives and backgrounds. While we recognize there is more work to be done, we remain dedicated to making meaningful progress that benefits both our firm and the legal profession.”
Cohen & Gresser Achieves Mansfield Certification
Cohen & Gresser is proud to announce that it has achieved Mansfield Certification for 2023-2024, a significant milestone that underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal profession.
Mansfield Certification is a year-long, structured certification process designed to ensure that all qualified talent at participating law firms has a fair and equal opportunity to be considered for leadership roles.
“Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just values we talk about; they are integral to how we operate as a firm,” said Lawrence T. Gresser, the firm’s managing partner. “Achieving Mansfield Certification is a natural extension of our ongoing efforts to ensure that our leadership and decision-making structures reflect diverse perspectives and backgrounds. While we recognize there is more work to be done, we remain dedicated to making meaningful progress that benefits both our firm and the legal profession.”
About C&G
Cohen & Gresser is an international law firm with offices in New York, Paris, Washington, DC, and London. We have an outstanding record of success in high-stakes and high-profile litigation, investigations, and transactions for our clients, including major financial institutions and companies across the world. Our attorneys have superb credentials, and are committed to providing the efficiency and personal service of a boutique law firm along with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmarks of the best firms in the world.
The firm has been recognized in a wide range of publications, including Chambers, The Legal 500, Global Investigations Review, Managing IP, U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Law Firms,” Décideurs, and Benchmark Litigation. We have also been named to The National Law Journal’s “Midsize Hot List” and the BTI Client Service A-Team, and over half of our U.S.-based attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers.
