The legal landscape surrounding ESG and corporate responsibility is shifting rapidly — and so too are the expectations placed on acquirers, investors, and boards. I provide legal consultancy services at the intersection of ESG, human rights, and M&A due diligence, helping clients identify, assess, and respond to material risks across transactions and operations.
Whether you are preparing for a cross-border acquisition, navigating compliance with evolving EU or UK regulations, or addressing investor concerns around governance or supply chain practices, I offer a focused, evidence-based approach to risk and reputation.
At the intersection of ESG, human rights law, and corporate transactions, James Cronin offers targeted, strategic services for companies, investors, and legal teams navigating complex and evolving obligations.
Hourly consulting: £700 + VAT
Fixed-fee packages and retainers available on request.
As regulatory and investor scrutiny intensifies, ESG due diligence is no longer a ‘nice to have’ — it’s a commercial imperative. We support acquirers and advisers in identifying red flags, legal exposure, and governance risks that may materially affect valuation or post-deal liability.
Increasingly, investors and regulators expect companies to demonstrate credible due diligence on human rights and environmental impacts — across their own operations and throughout supply chains. We help clients interpret their responsibilities and respond strategically to legal, reputational, and investor pressure.
Each engagement is tailored to the specific needs of the client, grounded in legal research, current case law, and regulatory developments. We work independently or in collaboration with legal teams, offering agile support that brings clarity to complexity.
If your organisation is dealing with material ESG risk, navigating complex M&A, or responding to regulatory change, we can help.
We work alongside in-house counsel, ESG leads, and external legal teams to provide strategic input on regulatory readiness and risk mitigation, particularly in the context of investment, acquisition, or restructuring.
We also provide content development services for law firms, ESG consultancies, and investment professionals looking to demonstrate thought leadership in this fast-evolving area. From white papers and briefings to speaking notes and investor communications, we can help you articulate clear, compelling positions grounded in legal and commercial insight.
