Trilegal has added Umang Pathak as Senior Specialist – Climate Change, ESG Disputes and Regulatory, further strengthening the firm’s advisory capabilities at the intersection of climate regulation, ESG governance and dispute resolution.
Umang is a seasoned business leader and corporate lawyer forging alliances, transforming businesses, as well as exploring new markets. An accomplished lawyer and a corporate sustainability catalyst with more than 20 years of experience, she combines design thinking with strategic foresight to build resilient, growth-oriented organizations.
In 2020, she founded India’s first niche ESG advisory firm, successfully navigating pandemic-era uncertainties, while achieving consistent, profitable growth.
Umang has advised leading Indian corporates, multinationals, startups and investors at the nexus of business, law and sustainability. Recognised as a pioneer in India’s ESG space, she has set up and led teams to manage complex, sensitive and high-stakes mandates, positioning ESG as a competitive differentiator in the market.
“Trilegal’s forward-thinking approach to ESG and its established leadership in green energy and sustainable finance create an exceptional platform to address the legal challenges of the climate transition. The firm’s collaborative culture and deep sectoral expertise align perfectly with my commitment to helping organisations balance sustainability goals with regulatory and legal realities. I look forward to working with the teams to support clients in their sustainability journey, while meeting regulatory expectations and mitigating enforcement and litigation risk,” Umang Pathak said.
Nishant Parikh and Sridhar Gorthi, Partners and Members of the Trilegal Management Committee, added, “We are delighted to welcome Umang to Trilegal. As ESG considerations become central to corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks worldwide, the need for specialised expertise in climate change and ESG disputes has never been greater. Umang’s appointment further deepens our focus and our ability to support clients across the full lifecycle of ESG and climate-related risk.”
