Environment
USA Guide 2024 : New Jersey
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About
Provided by Riker Danzig LLP
In a state noted for its strict and pace-setting environmental legislation, Riker Danzig's environmental group is among the largest and most diverse practices of its kind. The firm's experienced environmental lawyers have in-depth knowledge of federal, state and local law. The group handles litigation, regulatory, permitting and counseling, and real estate development matters addressing all environmental areas, including hazardous substances, air, water and noise pollution, and solid waste.
Chambers Review
Riker Danzig LLP has a superb environmental group with a focus on New Jersey remediation programs. It is also adept at handling Superfund, natural resource damage and multiparty cost recovery litigation. The team deals with the full range of environmental issues, from air pollution to wetlands and hazardous waste. It offers expertise across multiple industries, including banking, energy and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, its lawyers are skilled at advising on real estate and redevelopment issues.
Work Highlights
- Riker Danzig LLP advised Newport Associates Development Company on a variety of matters, including the remediation of a former manufactured gas plant located within the Hudson River development area.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Riker Danzig is top of the game for our needs and handling complex issues. Its ability to analyze issues and communicate in a client-friendly manner is great."
"Riker Danzig has a very technical team, as well as being very responsive and fast."
"Riker Danzig is top of the game for our needs and handling complex issues. Its ability to analyze issues and communicate in a client-friendly manner is great."
"Riker Danzig has a very technical team, as well as being very responsive and fast."
Notable Practitioners
Dennis Krumholz is a highly regarded attorney recognized for his experience across a huge range of environmental litigation, transactional matters and regulatory work.
"Dennis is an expert in what he does."
"He has a very strong reputation."
Samuel Moulthrop is a highly regarded litigator well known for his work handling sophisticated environmental disputes. He has considerable expertise in criminal enforcement actions, drawing on his previous career as chief of the Environmental Section of the US Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey, among other government positions.
"Samuel is a very capable, experienced and smooth practitioner."
"He is a very impressive litigator."
Steven Senior has experience in advising large corporations on site remediation, redevelopment issues and environmental regulatory compliance.
"Steven is top notch. He is very practical, strategic and smart."
"He is an exceptional lawyer. Steven is very articulate and understands all the nuances of an issue."
Alexa Richman-La Londe provides environmental support to a number of national corporations. She is experienced in negotiating legacy liability in regard to Superfund sites, assisting clients with site remediation and advising on regulatory compliance.
"Alexa is super responsive, commercial and practical."
"Alexa is an excellent attorney and a team player. She thinks through the complexities and how it might impact our transaction."
Marilynn Greenberg routinely advises clients on all aspects of site remediation and acquisitions, brownfield redevelopment and cost recovery litigation.
"I'm a big fan of Marilynn and always happy to work with her."
Jaan Haus is an experienced attorney who frequently assists across litigation, transactional matters and regulatory compliance.
"Jaan is a very well-rounded and dedicated advocate. His knowledge base is extensive and he can bring clarity to any situation by easily rewording to adjust to the audience."
Jeffrey Wagenbach provides large companies with environmental advice in the context of corporate transactions, including regulatory compliance and remediation approaches.
Ranked Lawyers at
Riker Danzig LLP
New Jersey
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