Aladdin Benali

Aladdin Benali is a legal professional with expertise in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters. He currently holds multiple positions:

Professional Background

Aladdin Benali is an Associate in the ESG & Impact practice at Kirkland & Ellis, a prestigious international law firm.12 In this role, he assists major private equity firms, corporations, project sponsors, and lenders with complex legal issues related to ESG and climate-related regulatory requirements.1

Education and Qualifications

Aladdin's educational background includes:

• Graduate Diploma in Law and LL.M. in Commercial Legal Practice from BPP University, London (2020)1
• B.A. in Linguistics from University College London (2018)1

He was admitted to practice as a Solicitor of England and Wales in 2022.1

Additional Roles and Interests

In addition to his primary role at Kirkland & Ellis, Aladdin is also:

• A Common Futures Conversations Member at Chatham House, a position he has held since August 20242
• Previously worked as a Parliamentary Assistant at the House of Commons2

Aladdin has a keen interest in international trade, sanctions, environment, climate, and anti-bribery and corruption (ABAC) matters.

Expertise

His areas of expertise include:

• Advising on human rights due diligence, risk assessment, and supply chain management
• Experience in sustainable finance areas, including TCFD, SFDR, and Taxonomy Regulation
• Advising clients on the UK and EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and navigating the voluntary carbon market1

Aladdin Benali's diverse background and expertise in ESG matters make him a valuable professional in the evolving landscape of environmental and social governance in the legal and business world.