Environment
USA Guide 2024 : Washington
Band 2
Contact number
+1 206 623 7580Chambers Review
K&L Gates has a well-regarded team recognized for its adept handling of contaminated site matters, guiding parties through investigation, cleanup and cost allocation processes. The firm is also noted for its expertise in air and water quality and its advice on land use and permitting. Its lawyers are frequently sought after by local governments, transportation companies, energy corporations and fisheries. The team is further noted for its understanding of tribal law matters and its initiative work.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates defended BNSF Railway Company against a claim for natural resource damages brought by the state of Montana.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at K&L Gates has great depth and breadth."
"The lawyers at K&L Gates have the ability to boil complex issues down to simple explanations for us to understand."
"The team at K&L Gates has great depth and breadth."
"The lawyers at K&L Gates have the ability to boil complex issues down to simple explanations for us to understand."
Notable Practitioners
Ankur Tohan is an experienced attorney who assists clients with transactional, regulatory and contentious environment matters. He also advises on sustainability issues.
"Ankur is a very smart individual with a good reputation."
"Ankur is a terrific lawyer. He is super pragmatic and client-focused."
"He is a great attorney."
Craig Trueblood is knowledgeable about a wide range of environmental issues, including air and water quality and Superfund sites. He acts for municipalities as well as corporate clients.
"Craig has a very good grasp of legal issues."
Alyssa Moir regularly counsels clients on water rights, environmental due diligence and permitting matters.
"Alyssa is sharp and provides a high level of customer service."
"Alyssa knows the law and is also abreast of industry issues."
Ranked Lawyers at
K&L Gates
Washington