About

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Marten’s team of dedicated attorneys in Boise brings a wealth of experience and an in-depth understanding of the intricate legal landscape in the Mountain West region. We take pride in representing and advocating for the interests of our clients, offering tailored legal solutions that align with their unique needs and objectives. Our practice focuses on a spectrum of critical areas including water rights and water quality, agriculture, natural resources, mining, hydroelectric licensing, as well as expertise in NEPA and the Endangered Species Act. Whether you're a corporation with extensive natural resource interests, a mining company navigating complex regulatory requirements, or agricultural interests or public entities seeking expertise in water rights, our Boise office is your trusted partner. We're committed to helping you navigate the legal challenges unique to the region, and we're ready to assist you in achieving your legal goals.

Chambers Review

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Natural Resources & Environment - Idaho
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Marten Law is a well-regarded national environment and energy law firm focusing particularly on water rights, catering to clients in industries such as hydropower and agriculture. The firm is also renowned for its extensive mining expertise, representing entities in litigation concerning their mining interests, as well as advising on permitting and land entry issues. Its clients include a number of larger irrigation districts and canal companies. The firm has notable presence in both Boise and Twin Falls, but also benefits from the wider reach of offices in Seattle, Portland, Boston and Washington DC.

Work Highlights

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  • Marten Law represented Simplot, one of the largest agribusinesses in America, in a federal lawsuit a local Indian Tribe brought to challenge a large federal land exchange involving hundreds of acres.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Albert Barker
Head of Natural Resources & Environment
1
Band 1

Albert Barker regularly handles cases in the environmental and water law arena, and displays additional strength in commercial litigation and construction matters.

"Al is an excellent counsel."

"The expertise he has is a great asset for us."

3
John Simpson
3
Band 3

John Simpson regularly advises clients on water rights and matters concerning the Endangered Species Act.

"John does a great job representing us."

Ranked Lawyers at
Marten Law LLP

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Idaho

Natural Resources & Environment

1
Albert Barker
Head of Natural Resources & Environment
1
Band 1
3
John Simpson
3
Band 3

Members

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Abby Bitzenburg

Albert Barker

Head of Department

Brian Daluiso

Terry Uhling

Travis Thompson

Clients

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Arrowrock Power Plant Project

CF Industries, Inc.

City of Twin Falls

Electra Battery Materials Corp.

Hecla Mining Co./Hecla Unlimited

Idaho Power Co.

Perpetua Resources Corp.

The J.R. Simplot Company

Twin Falls Canal Co.

University of Idaho

Industries

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Agribusiness

Energy

Manufacturing

Mining and Metals

Permitting and Environmental Review

Real Estate

Water Resources