Environment
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 4
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Provided by Nossaman LLP
Nossaman assists landowners, developers, homebuilders and public agencies to entitle, finance and develop innovative projects. The firm has a national reputation for the successful defense of large infrastructure and land use development projects against environmental challenges.
Chambers Review
Nossaman LLP has a robust environment group able to handle an array of environmental and natural resource matters. Notable strength lies in CWA and Endangered Species Act issues. Additionally handles a wide spread of litigation and regulatory compliance matters, as well as land use and environmental permitting. Also represents clients in connection with legislative matters, working closely alongside the firm's public policy group to promote interests before state and federal government. Known for representing public agencies, water utilities, renewable energy companies and real estate developers.
Work Highlights
- Nossaman LLP counseled the State of Maine Department of Marine Resources with respect to legislation and litigation related to regulation of the Maine lobster fishery.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Nossaman is a well-rounded firm with a range of professionals who can manage complex matters."
"Nossaman's attorneys are always professional."
"Nossaman is a well-rounded firm with a range of professionals who can manage complex matters."
"Nossaman's attorneys are always professional."
Notable Practitioners
Mary Lynn Coffee is well versed in environmental regulatory proceedings. She offers counsel on permitting applications and regularly advises a range of clients on compliance and enforcement actions. She has particular experience acting for clients in the water industry.
She is someone you want to work with, as she is both an outstanding lawyer and a nice person."
Robert Thornton's expertise extends to managing the environmental aspects of infrastructure developments, frequently guiding clients through disputes. He is also recommended for his experience on matters pertaining to the Endangered Species Act.