Environment
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 2
Contact number
213 485 1234Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins handles the full range of environmental issues, with a top reputation in air quality and climate change concerns. Also recommended for toxic tort litigation, as well as white-collar criminal defense matters. Expertise extends to insurance cases and the environmental implications of corporate transactions. Regularly represents clients before state agencies such as the California Air Resources Board, California Public Utilities Commission and California Energy Commission. Client base includes large utilities, refineries, manufacturers and cleantech companies.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP represented Clorox in lawsuits filed by NGOs regarding plastic pollution in the world's oceans and whether product labeling with claims of being “recyclable” are misleading.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins has been a valued partner helping us navigate some of the regulatory complexities around environmental regulations, specifically California issues."
"Whenever we need to call on its roster of experts, even when the matter is relatively obscure, it is there, knowledgeable, and efficient in delivering needed information in a timely manner."
"Latham & Watkins has a global perspective and is very connected in its local jurisdictions."
"Latham & Watkins has been a valued partner helping us navigate some of the regulatory complexities around environmental regulations, specifically California issues."
"Whenever we need to call on its roster of experts, even when the matter is relatively obscure, it is there, knowledgeable, and efficient in delivering needed information in a timely manner."
"Latham & Watkins has a global perspective and is very connected in its local jurisdictions."
Notable Practitioners
Robert Howard acts in prominent environmental litigation, including both civil and criminal proceedings in federal and state court. He also has expertise in contaminated property matters and public nuisance cases.
Kelly Richardson is noted for his work on Superfund sites, handling both compliance and litigation pertaining to stormwater, wastewater and hazardous waste.
"He is extremely smart, brings something to the table you didn't think of, always has added wisdom and is an incredible leader of the team."
Benjamin Gibson has notable expertise matters concerning contaminated sites and superfunds, as well as other environmental law issues.
"He is very good on the details and facts, brings a big-picture perspective as he knows the intricacies so well and works tirelessly."
Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP
California