Environment - North Carolina
What the team is known for
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein has an impressive group with particular expertise in the renewable energy sector. It draws from an experienced bench to assist state, national and international corporations on a range of environmental matters. The firm has notable expertise in cutting-edge wind and solar projects, and is noted for its advice on land use concerns. It is well placed to advise on real estate transactions involving contaminated properties and other environmental concerns.
Strengths
"Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein's environmental attorneys are very accomplished. They are skilled at finding workable solutions to complicated issues."
"Parker Poe attorneys respond with well-reasoned advice that you can rely upon."
"I love working with them; they have the expertise and are reliable and responsive."
Work highlights
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein is representing Clariant Corporation and Archroma U.S., Inc in litigation concerning per- and polyfluroalkyl substances in aqueous-film forming foam.
Notable practitioners
Thomas Griffin is an accomplished environmental lawyer who continues to counsel developers, lenders and other corporate clients on high-level environmental issues. "Tom is a very experienced and well-respected environmental attorney. He often finds potential pathways to solve a problem that other attorneys may miss." "Tom is a fabulous lawyer, so practical and detail-orientated but sees the big picture."
Steven Weber has a wide-ranging environmental practice that encompasses transactional, regulatory and litigation matters. "Steve represents his clients' interests completely. He is skilled at litigation, and is also very skilled at negotiating solutions to complex issues." "Steve is the go-o for contaminated site clean-ups in North Carolina."
Amanda Kitchen Short advises clients on a range of environmental matters, including compliance and enforcement, as well as brownfields redevelopment. "Amanda is a fantastic attorney who is clear and comprehensive on the law, and is always on point relationally." "She's very accessible, efficient with her time and very knowledgeable about environmental law in North Carolina." "She's excellent and very knowledgeable."
Katherine Ross has a burgeoning practice covering renewable energy, solar development and property disputes, with considerable experience in both regulatory matters and litigation. "Fantastic depth of knowledge and experience, with a strong drive to succeed." "Katherine is great – very knowledgable and well respected."
