Weil, Gotshal & Manges has announced a significant addition to its regulatory transactions group with the recruitment of Seth Kerschner as an environmental partner in New York. This move was confirmed on Thursday and sees Kerschner joining from White & Case, where he established a robust reputation in environmental law.
Kerschner’s expertise spans a wide range of areas that are of increasing importance to corporations and policymakers alike. He is known for advising clients on environmental transactions, litigation, regulatory compliance, site remediation, and sustainability. Furthermore, his practice includes providing counsel on climate change and biodiversity issues as well as energy transition matters. His clientele is diverse, comprising public and private sector companies, governments, and nonprofit organizations. This wide-ranging experience is expected to bolster Weil’s capabilities in addressing complex environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns.
This strategic hire emphasizes Weil’s commitment to strengthening its regulatory and environmental practice, particularly as companies face mounting pressure to navigate the intricate landscape of environmental regulations and sustainability standards.
For more details on this development, the original announcement can be accessed on Weil’s official site. Additional information can also be found on the Bloomberg Law website.