In a recent move, Rebecca Perlman has been appointed as a partner at Kirkland & Ellis within the firm’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and impact practice group based in London. This information comes directly from the firm’s announcement.
Perlman appears to bring extensive expertise in handling ESG-related regulation, soft law standards, and voluntary compliance frameworks. Her work at Kirkland & Ellis will encompass ESG market disclosure and reporting, as well as dealing with matters relating to accredited organizations.
Prior to her new role at Kirkland & Ellis, Perlman served as the head of ESG for the United Kingdom, United States, and EMEA at Herbert Smith Freehills. Furthermore, she held the position of global head of sustainable and impact investment.
The inclusion of Perlman in Kirkland & Ellis’ lineup is in line with the growing attention towards ESG considerations. Her expertise and experience will certainly aid the firm in addressing these increasingly pertinent concerns and aligning their efforts with global sustainability goals.
The information above comes from a report by Bloomberg Law Automation posted on March 4, 2024.