Environment

Deborah Schmall has significant experience in brownfield redevelopment projects as well as other environmental regulations affecting construction projects. She is further noted for providing environmental support to large corporate transactions.

"Deborah Schmall is excellent. responsive, thorough and successful."

"Deborah Schmall is best-in-class on all matters environmental, real estate and deal-related."

"Deborah helped tremendously. She helped us navigate a complex regulatory system and obtain exactly the result wanted."

Christopher Carr is chair of the Paul Hastings environment and energy practice. He handles environmental permitting proceedings for energy and projects companies, regularly defending clients in project approval disputes, with particular expertise in the Endangered Species Act.

"He is indispensable for the timber industry in California; he really knows legal and regulatory issues and he is a superb adviser."

Navi Dhillon's commendable practice spans regulatory approvals on renewable energy projects, as well as high-stakes litigation. He also demonstrates notable expertise in ESA and CEQA, representing private clients, as well as local municipalities in California.

"We have really enjoyed working with Navi. We really like how strategic he is in terms of positioning and how creative he is in thinking outside of the box; his focus is never short-term."

"Navi can synthesize complex matters and distill them into bite-sized and understandable pieces. I was particularly impressed with Navi’s courtroom demeanor and litigation skills."