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ESG
ESG Services
The importance of the topic
The world is increasingly turning its attention to the sustainability, social responsibility and corporate governance of companies. Financial performance, i.e. profit, is no longer the main indicator that attracts the attention of buyers, employees, investors and fund managers. This indicator, previously used to assess a company’s strength, is being replaced by how the company positions itself in relation to the three pillars of ESG: environment, social and corporate governance.
Pressure is therefore mounting for companies to incorporate ESG criteria into their production processes and market practices. In the short and medium term, even companies that resist this new reality will be forced to become more sustainable.
With the emergence of ESG issues in organizations and society, the publication of European directives and regulations in this area has increased, with the imposition of even more objective criteria for companies with regard to non-financial reporting, as a way of promoting the sustainability of the economy.
ESG Legal Services
Antas da Cunha ECIJA has a specialized and multidisciplinary team on ESG issues, with comprehensive knowledge in the environmental, social and governance areas, prepared to face the specific challenges that clients may encounter in the current scenario, where corporate responsibility is increasingly valued. Antas da Cunha ECIJA offers its clients a holistic approach, enabling them to align themselves with the best sustainable practices, thus ensuring a positive impact on both a corporate and social level.
The expertise of the Antas da Cunha ECIJA team is a significant differentiator, providing clients with a strategic advantage in the context of growing expectations around ESG practices. By understanding the complexities and nuances of these areas, Antas da Cunha ECIJA offers customized solutions, guiding clients in the implementation of effective measures that promote environmental, social and governance responsibility. In this way, Antas da Cunha ECIJA not only responds to market demands, but also actively contributes to building a more sustainable and ethical business future.
Environment
Implementation of renewable energy and energy transition projects
Development of strategies to achieve climate neutrality
Administration of emission licenses and participation in corresponding auctions
ESG certification processes
Training and capacity building programs
Regulatory
Regulatory advice and compliance
Licensing and authorization for project implementation
Legislative impacts
Contracts in regulated areas
Monitoring with regulatory authorities
Labour Law
Codes of Good Conduct and Professional Ethics
Manuals for integration, reception, policies, regulations and internal circulars
Training plan for employees
Inclusive hiring of people with disabilities
Selection and recruitment processes
Draft contracts
Whistleblowing channels
Internal investigations resulting from complaints
Internal policies to promote mental health at work and balance with personal and family life
DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) policies
Equal pay and transparency policies
Human Rights Guides
Litigation and Arbitration
Representing clients before courts, tribunals and arbitrations
Negotiating transactions
Human rights guides
Monitoring compliance with ESG standards in the production and supply chain
Identifying and anticipating litigation risks
Criminal, Misdemeanor and Environment Compliance
Sustainability reports
Risk Prevention Plan
Codes of Conduct and Professional Ethics
Anti-corruption and sustainability/good environmental practices policy
Conflict of interest policy
Policy on gifts, sponsorships and donations
Internal Whistleblowing Channels and Internal Policies for following up and dealing with complaints
Internal investigations following complaints
Procedures and control manual
Training plan for employees and company management bodies
Advice on administrative or judicial proceedings
Commercial and Corporate Law
Requirements to comply with sustainability reporting obligations imposed by the European Union
Compliance with reporting obligations
Confirmation of ESG reporting obligations
Disclosure of information inherent to their sustainability policies and strategies
Approval of accounts and respective minutes
Support and legal advice to investors
Legal advice to board members
Advice and representation in legal actions
Search for possible incentive and investment plans
TMT / Intellectual Property
Copyright and related rights – Work for hire contracts, publishing and editing contracts, production contracts, starring contracts, work licensing contracts, etc.
Trademark registration and management of protection of owners’ rights
Inventions (patents, utility models, know-how) and design
Intellectual property litigation
Protection of trade secrets
Advertising and advertising rights – contracts with agencies, media and influencers
Television and Audiovisual Services Law
Privacy and Data Protection
Project to adapt, implement and audit the GDPR and Law 58/2019 of August 8
Data protection and information security training
Compliance with Electronic Communications Privacy legislation
Compliance with legislation applicable to e-commerce & digital platforms
Compliance with the Digital Services Act
Cibersecurity
Information Security (ISO 27001 and ENISA guidelines)
IT compliance in regulated and non-regulated sectors
Compliance with the Cyberspace Security Legal Framework and Decree-Law no. 65/2021, of July 30
Compliance with Technical Instruction – Regulation no. 183/2022
Compliance with Council of Ministers Resolution no. 41/2018, of March 28
Digital Economy
Support and legal advice to cryptoasset issuers and service providers
Identification and communication of negative impacts under the MiCA Regulation
