Business & Human Rights Law
Global Guide 2024 : Global Market Leaders
Band 4
Contact number
202 662 6000Chambers Review
Covington & Burling is a fast-growing presence in the business and human rights space. Building upon its formidable US base, the firm is noted for its transatlantic coordination, as well as its strength in Europe. Its Washington, DC office is at the forefront of matters, supported by teams in London, New York and Brussels. The law firm offers:
• Expertise in the design and implementation of global compliance programmes incorporating the UNGP.
• Ongoing counsel to multinational corporations in relation to the human rights issues arising from their supply chains.
• Advice on the obligations brought upon corporates by modern slavery legislation.
• Experience representing high-profile clients in litigation concerning the alleged human rights violations of their subsidiaries.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Covington has been incredibly responsive and has a deep bench that has allowed them to address a variety of complex questions."
"I found Covington to be assured and thorough in their research in dealing with complex matters, but importantly, also able to present key information into an accessible form."
"The best attribute of the Covington team is the combination of their unmatched expertise and experience in the space, coupled with their appreciation of commercial and operational realities. They don't just give you the legal analysis; they seek to understand your business realities and then seek to solve your specific problem."
"Covington has been incredibly responsive and has a deep bench that has allowed them to address a variety of complex questions."
"I found Covington to be assured and thorough in their research in dealing with complex matters, but importantly, also able to present key information into an accessible form."
"The best attribute of the Covington team is the combination of their unmatched expertise and experience in the space, coupled with their appreciation of commercial and operational realities. They don't just give you the legal analysis; they seek to understand your business realities and then seek to solve your specific problem."
Notable Practitioners
London based Hannah Edmonds-Camara works on a range of matters for global clients. She often advises on supply chain due diligence, human rights-related risk assessments and compliance with modern slavery legislation.
"Hannah has a real eye for detail, is calm under pressure, explains things really well and is a joy to work with. You're in good hands if she is taking care of things."
"Hannah is excellent."