ESG

At MSB Solicitors, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is more than a compliance tick-box - it’s at the heart of how we operate, lead, and serve.

As a firm rooted in community and expanding nationally, we believe in using our platform to create real impact, promote sustainability and uphold the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

Led by Managing Partner Emma Carey, our ESG approach reflects our long-standing commitment to access, inclusion, and justice, both within our firm and in the wider world.

Our ESG Committee consists of sub-committees in LGBTQIA+, BAME, Disability & Wellness, Families, Women, Social Mobility, Environment and Governance.

We recognise our duty to help shape a more sustainable future. Across our offices, MSB has embedded eco-conscious practices into daily operations, from digital-first workflows that reduce paper waste, to reducing our carbon footprint through remote access, hybrid work and energy-efficient buildings.

We continue to evaluate and improve our environmental policies, ensuring our growth aligns with broader efforts to combat climate change and protect the planet.

Giving Back. Lifting Others. Building Equity.

MSB’s social mission is driven by a deep-rooted belief in equity and justice. We actively invest in the communities we serve through:

-Pro-bono legal clinics: Regularly held at Blackburne House and community hubs across the North West

Charity partnerships: Our staff are trustees of over 20 charities and social enterprises across the UK

-Community support: We back organisations like Mandela8, Citizens Advice Liverpool, NSPCC Merseyside & Cheshire, and local foodbanks

-Access to justice: We prioritise services for vulnerable groups, including survivors of domestic abuse, trafficking victims and individuals facing housing insecurity

We don’t just offer legal advice - we help people rebuild lives, restore dignity and achieve justice.

More Than Representation - Real Empowerment 

We are proud to be one of the most inclusive law firms in the UK, with a culture built on visibility, voice and action: 

• Navajo LGBTQ+ accredited – the first law firm in Liverpool to achieve this standard 
• Equalities Committee – active working groups representing LGBTQ+ rights, gender equality, disability inclusion and social mobility 
• Policy innovation – introducing enhanced same-sex parental leave, paid transition leave, and support for colleagues at all stages of life 

Our DEI initiatives are led by people from across the firm, with Emma Carey playing an active role in ensuring our practices stay bold, inclusive and compassionate. 

We uphold the highest standards of governance and accountability, with clear policies that reflect our ethical values: 

• Transparent leadership – inclusive decision-making and regular firm-wide communications 
• Staff wellbeing – mental health support, flexible work and structured career progression 
• Legal integrity – we hold ourselves to the highest professional and ethical standards in everything we do 

Governance at MSB isn’t just about rules - it’s about building a culture of respect, trust and responsibility. 

Our ESG strategy is ongoing and evolving, and we are proud of the tangible progress we have made: 

• Reduced office paper usage by over 60% through digital transformation 
• Delivered hundreds of hours of free legal advice to those in need 
• Raised thousands of pounds annually through charity events, firm initiatives and community partnerships 
• Maintained gender parity and inclusive recruitment across all departments