Environment - District of Columbia
What the team is known for
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith handles a wide range of environmental proceedings under federal and state regulatory frameworks, including appealing agency decisions. The firm regularly provides counsel to national trade associations, coalitions and major corporations.
Strengths
"Lewis Brisbois quickly understood our complex operations and business needs."
"I am impressed with the team’s ability to analyze the data, screen the political horizon and provide timely and accurate advice."
Work highlights
Lewis Brisbois defended RSR Corporation, a smelting company, in a dispute relating to the Passaic River Superfund site in New Jersey. The dispute involves EPA actions on site remediation, including unresolved claims for Newark Bay remediation.
Notable practitioners
Jane Luxton works for chemical and manufacturing clients as well as industry trade associations. She handles a range of regulatory matters arising under federal environmental statutes. "Jane understands our business and key issues, and acts more like a partner on issues than a standalone counsel." "Jane Luxton has superb knowledge of environmental statutory and regulatory requirements."
