Supply Chain & Human Rights Law

Mitigating Legal Risk and Strengthening Ethical Supply Chains, Globally

Global businesses are increasingly accountable for how their supply chains operate—not just financially, but legally, ethically, and reputationally. At Borderless Lawyers, we advise companies, investors, and compliance teams on how to navigate and implement human rights–aligned supply chain strategies that meet legal obligations and stakeholder expectations across multiple jurisdictions.

From modern slavery compliance and forced labor due diligence to ESG-aligned procurement and supplier contracts, we help you future-proof your operations while aligning with international law and regulatory scrutiny.


✅ What We Offer: Legal Advisory for Ethical & Compliant Supply Chains

🛠️ Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD)

  • Compliance with human rights due diligence laws (e.g. EU CSDDD, German LkSG, French Duty of Vigilance)

  • Mapping of supply chain risk exposure by jurisdiction and industry

  • Drafting and implementation of human rights and supplier codes of conduct

  • Integration of ILO standards, UNGPs, and OECD Guidelines

📜 Supply Chain Compliance & Regulation

  • Modern Slavery Act compliance (UK, Australia, Canada)

  • EU Forced Labor Regulation & U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) compliance

  • Sanctions screening, responsible sourcing, and ESG-linked trade advisory

  • Tailored risk mitigation strategies and supplier vetting frameworks

🤝 Ethical Contracts & Procurement Agreements

  • Drafting and negotiating supply, manufacturing, and procurement contracts

  • Embedding ESG, labor rights, and anti-bribery clauses in supplier agreements

  • Structuring contractual remedies for violations, including audit rights and termination

  • Contract alignment with green procurement and public tendering obligations

🌍 Cross-Border Risk & Investigations

  • Legal investigations into human rights breaches and regulatory exposure

  • Crisis response and disclosure planning for investor, NGO, and media scrutiny

  • Cross-jurisdictional compliance advisory on overlapping ESG and human rights standards

  • Coordination with CSR, compliance, and legal teams on global implementation


🌍 Jurisdictions We Serve

🇪🇺 European Union – CSDDD, forced labor bans, supply chain transparency laws
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Modern Slavery Act compliance and ethical procurement
🇺🇸 United States – UFLPA, CBP enforcement, and sanctions due diligence
🇩🇪 Germany – Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz (LkSG) due diligence programs
🇨🇳 China – Risk advisory related to sourcing and human rights scrutiny
🇿🇦 South Africa – Labor rights compliance and local content rules


🛠 How We Work

🧩 1. Supply Chain Legal Risk Mapping

We assess your direct and indirect supplier risks against human rights laws and investor expectations.

📝 2. Policy Drafting & Contract Integration

We craft clear, enforceable documents—HRDD policies, supplier codes, and procurement terms.

⚖️ 3. Legal Due Diligence & Enforcement Advisory

We support supplier investigations, compliance program rollouts, and jurisdictional disclosures.

🔍 4. Ongoing Global Compliance Support

We monitor emerging regulations and advise on compliance upgrades across your sourcing footprint.


👥 Who We Help

🏢 Corporates sourcing globally or operating complex supply chains
💼 Investors managing ESG and reputational risk in portfolio companies
🏛️ Procurement and sustainability teams updating due diligence frameworks
📊 Legal and compliance departments handling multinational risk exposure
⚖️ Boards and executives responding to stakeholder and regulatory pressure


✅ Why Choose Borderless Lawyers?

🌐 Expertise in human rights laws across the EU, US, UK, and beyond
📜 Legal due diligence tailored to your sector and jurisdictional footprint
⚖️ Clear documentation that balances enforceability with ESG objectives
🤝 Trusted advisors to legal, ESG, and supply chain teams
🔒 Confidential, efficient, and proactive compliance support


📞 Make Your Supply Chain Legally Compliant & Ethically Resilient

Whether you’re sourcing raw materials, manufacturing across jurisdictions, or preparing for regulatory disclosures, Borderless Lawyers helps you manage legal risk while building transparent, rights-respecting supply chains.

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