Environment
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 4
Email address
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+1 202 239 3300Chambers Review
The Washington, DC office of Alston & Bird offers expertise across a range of environmental issues. The practice is particularly noted for its strength in EPA compliance counseling and shows notable prowess in dealing with federal and state environmental agencies. The firm is recognized in the market for representing significant pharmaceutical manufactures and utilities companies.
Work Highlights
- Alston & Bird defended the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida in a dispute revolving around the EPA's approval of a request from the State of Florida to assume a critical Clean Water Act permitting program.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Alston & Bird are very quick with responses, have never missed a deadline, provide great service and are trust-worthy."
"Our organization has found the complexities have been well researched and thoroughly and appropriately explained by Alston & Bird."
"Alston & Bird are very strong - very responsive, well organized in day-to-day work and highly proactive in solving challenging issues."
"Alston & Bird are very quick with responses, have never missed a deadline, provide great service and are trust-worthy."
"Our organization has found the complexities have been well researched and thoroughly and appropriately explained by Alston & Bird."
"Alston & Bird are very strong - very responsive, well organized in day-to-day work and highly proactive in solving challenging issues."
Notable Practitioners
Kevin Minoli leverages previous government experience at the EPA when advising clients on a wide range of environment matters.
"Kevin is extremely knowledgeable with respect to EPA processes and procedures."
Elise Paeffgen offers clients expert representation in EPA enforcement actions. She is particularly noted for her pesticides and chemicals expertise.
"Elise always provides excellent legal services. She is very easy to work with and has significant experience."
"Elise Paeffgen has been a tremendous asset in supporting our organization. She has brought sharp, clear thinking to some complex and sensitive issues that our organization has needed to navigate."