Evaluate ESG risks and provide strategic legal advice to help a client navigate sustainability challenges during an acquisition
Working at White & Case will launch, accelerate, and build your career, opening doors and relationships around the world.
Our virtual programme allows students to gain first-hand insight into life as a White & Case lawyer and experience the realities of working on cross-border environmental, social, and governance matters.
This programme is:
Open access and free for school students and undergraduates/graduates from any degree or discipline, as well as career changersAccessible online from anywhere in the world with no application requiredSelf-paced with no deadlines – takes 1 to 2 hours to complete
No prior legal knowledge or work experience is required to participate in this course, and your work will not be used for assessment purposes.
Advance your skills and knowledge
This programme offers you the chance to develop crucial skills in ESG due diligence, legal analysis, and corporate sustainability, providing you with real-world experience that will set you apart during the application process.
If you’re globally minded and ambitious, join our programme today.
Please let us know if you require any additional support when completing our Virtual Learning Programme. Please contact our Disability and Support Champions on 020 7532 2899 or at londontrainee@whitecase.com if you would like to speak to someone privately.
This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete.
Skills Learned:
-
Intro & Scenario
Background context and your project team -
ESG due diligence on acquisition target
Help a client navigate ESG risks by identifying key issues and recommending practical solutions for an acquisition- Risk Assessment
- Analytical Thinking
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
-
Evaluating greenwashing risks in corporate communications
Assess OML’s sustainability claims and provide actionable recommendations to help BES mitigate greenwashing risks during the acquisition process- Critical Thinking
- Legal Analysis
- Communication Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
-
Finish Line
