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Trilegal expands its ESG and climate regulatory competencies with the joining of Umang Pathak
09 Feb 2026
09 Feb 2026
Mumbai, 09 February 2026: Trilegal, a leading full-service law firm, has announced the appointment of 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.
This strategic addition underscores Trilegal’s commitment to supporting clients as ESG considerations become central to corporate decision-making, regulatory oversight, and litigation risk. Umang will work closely with the firm’s partners across practices, advising on climate risk management, ESG compliance, and dispute preparedness in line with evolving Indian and global regulatory standards.
Nishant Parikh and Sridhar Gorthi, Partners and Members of the Management Committee, Trilegal, said, “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.”
With Umang’s joining, the firm will further enhance its ability to:
On her joining, Umang Pathak added, “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.”
About Umang Pathak:
Umang is a seasoned business leader and corporate lawyer forging alliances, transforming businesses as well as exploring new markets, armed with design thinking and contemporary strategies. An accomplished lawyer and a corporate sustainability catalyst with 20+ years of experience, Umang 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.
About Trilegal
Trilegal is a leading full-service law firm in India with over 25 years of experience, trusted for its in-depth expertise and client-centric approach. The firm advises a diverse set of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, global investment funds, major Indian conglomerates, domestic and international banks, technology and media giants, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. With over 150 partners operating under a distinctive lockstep model, Trilegal is the largest equity partnership in the country. The firm retains over 1,200 professionals across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Gurugram offices.
Trilegal has consistently been recognised among India’s top-tier firms in leading legal directories such as Chambers & Partners (Asia Pacific and Global), Legal 500 Asia Pacific, and Benchmark Litigation. It has also earned several prestigious accolades, including being named Best Overall Law Firm by India Business Law Journal (IBLJ) 2025, Innovative Lawyers in Disputes & Crisis Management by the Financial Times (FT) Innovative Lawyers Asia-Pacific Awards in 2025, M&A Firm of the Year by IFLR Asia-Pacific in 2024, Law Firm of the Year by Deal Volume at the VCCircle Awards in 2024.
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