Freeths lawyers named Green Ambassadors in Legal 500’s global guide

Leading law firm Freeths has had two of its lawyers recognised as Green Ambassadors in the latest edition of the Legal 500 Green Guide – a global benchmark for excellence in sustainability and environmental law.

The Green Guide’s Green Ambassadors list celebrates individual lawyers who are playing a leading role in advancing sustainability within their practice areas. Recognised for their influence, innovation and commitment to environmental progress, these professionals are selected based on their contributions to the green transition across key sectors and jurisdictions.

This year, Waste and Sustainability Director Kirstin Roberts and Planning and Environment Director Richard Broadbent have been named among the standout individuals driving forward the sustainability agenda in legal services. This follows on from Freeths’ success last year, when Clean Energy Partner Clare King and Environmental Partner Penny Simpson were also recognised in the Guide.

Kirstin, recognised for the second consecutive year, continues to advise a wide range of clients – from listed companies to local authorities – on circular economy strategies, implementation of net zero and sustainability plans and waste reduction and reuse. Her deep sector knowledge and practical approach have made her a trusted advisor in the ESG as well as in the renewables and waste industry.

Richard was commended for his work at the intersection of planning and environmental law, particularly his ability to guide clients through complex environmental regulatory frameworks with a focus on sustainable development and infrastructure. His commercially focused advice has supported clients in delivering projects that align with environmental goals, particularly in connection with the creation of Natural Capital schemes and efforts to bring about landscape scale nature recovery.

Commenting on Kirstin and Richard’s success, Freeths’ Director of Responsible Business Ben Churchill said: “Kirstin and Richard’s inclusion in the Green Guide is a powerful endorsement of the impact they’re making in the field of sustainability. Their work exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking legal support our clients need as they navigate the green transition, and reflects not only their individual expertise and commitment to sustainability, but also the values we hold as a B Corp-certified firm.”