Global Focus. International Experience. Business Minded.

We are the firm that helps businesses navigate complex international and national regulations relating to sustainability; environmental, social, and governance (ESG); and climate change. In a quickly changing field, work with experts that have the knowledge and experience to provide sound counsel. 

Jacksonville, Florida, USA

+1-904-372-0770

Experience Your Business Can Trust

The McGowan Law Firm was formed to help businesses establish and grow. Over the years, we have developed a specialized practice in the quickly developing area of sustainability; environmental, social, and governance (ESG); and climate change. These developments are driven by international organizations, like the United Nations, and being incorporated into national law in jurisdictions around the world. In the United States, a political back and forth is resulting in competing messages at the federal and state levels. Global developments, especially in the European Union and Canada, will trickle down to U.S. businesses. As obligations for businesses increase in these areas, so do legal risks. It is vital that your business receives unbiased and knowledgeable counsel from a trusted attorney with experience in the field.

We minimize your risk by bringing international understanding to help your business navigate complex issues.

Our expertise

Firm founder, Jon McGowan,

Jon is a contributor for Forbes, where he provides analysis and commentary on legal developments relating to ESG, sustainability, and climate change. He has authored multiple legal journal articles and regularly presents at international law conferences on the complexities of the laws relating to ESG/ sustainability and how they impact business. He is particularly focused on development in the European Union and the United States.

Practice Areas

General Business

Business Governance

Administrative Hearings
Government Relations
General Practice


Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability Reporting

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting

Climate Risk Reporting

Greenwashing

Climate Change Related Regulations

European Union

CSRD, CSDDD, Taxonomy

United Kingdom
Federal Regulations
State Level Compliance