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Stoel Rives’ top-ranked Oregon-based Environment practice is among the preeminent groups in the Pacific Northwest, California, the Mountain states, and Alaska in handling environmental matters of consequence involving regulatory matters and litigation. Our highly experienced team is renowned for the specialized technical acumen and deep industry knowledge they bring to their legal practice. Our acclaimed senior partners provide unparalleled leadership to an outstanding team that includes five additional Chambers-ranked attorneys.

Our deep bench of attorneys represents clients facing environmental issues in all industries state-wide, including energy, mining, oil and gas, timber and forest products, cement, technology, agribusiness, food and beverages, manufacturing, and public utilities.

We provide representation in regulatory compliance and litigation cases at the state and federal level, including matters requiring exceptional advice and counsel on air, water, chemical, and waste compliance; land use permitting; contaminated site cleanup; insurance recovery; federal lands permitting; the environmental aspects of major real estate and corporate transactions; and other issues involving federal statutes (ESA, NEPA, CAA, CWA, RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA, CERCLA) and related state laws. We are particularly renowned for our success in defending complex criminal and civil environmental actions, such as citizen suits and civil nuisance actions.

Chambers Review

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Environment - Oregon
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What the team is known for

Stoel Rives has a market-leading environmental law practice in Oregon with experience in the full range of regulatory matters concerning federal and state environment laws. The firm offers expertise in permitting and environmental litigation, including issues related to air quality, water quality and rights, endangered species and habitat conservation, and site clean-up. It acts for clients across an array of sectors such as agriculture, energy and manufacturing. It has particular strength in the natural resources sector, with noted excellence assisting irrigation districts, as well as utility and mining companies.

Work Highlights

Provided by Stoel Rives LLP
  • Stoel Rives advised Deschutes Basin Board of Control on water rights matters and compliance with the Endangered Species Act.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Joan P Snyder
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Joan P Snyder
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Senior Statespeople

Joan Snyder provides outstanding permitting, regulatory compliance and enforcement advice on air, water and noise issues to businesses from varied market sectors, including the construction and automotive industries. Her long-standing experience in the environmental field also extends to matters related to contamination cleanup and insurance coverage litigation.

"Her business acumen and understanding of our company helps us effectively balance business risks and opportunities as we develop strategies."

David E Filippi
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David E Filippi
Head of Environment
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David Filippi is relied upon by governmental entities as well as trade associations on permitting and compliance issues in relation to water rights and the Endangered Species Act. He is also well versed in representing irrigation districts in a number of water rights issues including rights transfers.

"David is an exceptional professional, we admire not only his skills but his demeanor and ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences."

Michael R Campbell
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Michael R Campbell
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Michael Campbell is a go-to attorney for trade associations, municipalities and businesses in a wide variety of water-related matters, including water rights, regulatory enforcement, compliance and permitting issues. He is also well equipped to provide civil and criminal environmental litigation support, particularly in relation to the Clean Water Act.

Thomas R Wood
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Thomas R Wood
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Thomas Wood is highly respected for his exceptional knowledge of permitting and regulatory compliance issues in the clean air and hazardous waste spaces. He is further proficient in litigating on complex environmental matters, including issues related to the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act.

"Tom is a recognized expert on Oregon air issues. Such recognition is well deserved."

Kirk Maag
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Kirk Maag
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Kirk Maag is a well-regarded water rights expert, frequently assisting water suppliers and municipalities with regulatory compliance, permitting and enforcement. He also has a strong track record in regulatory issues associated with solid waste. He is further noted for his depth of knowledge of the agribusiness and timber industry.

"Kirk has been a strong advocate and adviser for our company. I trust his legal judgment and his business acumen. I highly recommend him to others looking for high-quality legal representation."

Aaron C Courtney
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Aaron C Courtney
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Aaron Courtney garners recognition for his endangered species and habitat conservation work, as well as for ably advising on air, water, and hazardous waste compliance and permitting issues. He is also well versed in enforcement and litigation defence.

Geoffrey Tichenor
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Geoffrey Tichenor
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Geoffrey Tichenor offers an array of experience on environmental matters. He frequently advises on compliance, enforcement and permitting in relation to air, waste, wastewater and chemical regulatory requirements.

Laura Kerr
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Laura Kerr
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Laura Kerr has significant expertise in environmental permitting and compliance issues in the air and water spaces, as well as providing advice on stormwater regulations and waste management. She has key expertise advising on site cleanups and DEQ compliance.

"Laura is trusted, reasonable, and responsive."

Merissa Moeller
Merissa Moeller
Associates to watch

Merissa Moeller offers expertise in matters relating to water resources and rural land use. She provides clients with strategic counseling as well as advice on regulatory compliance and permitting work.

"She's an exceptional associate attorney, one of the strongest land use and water associates in Oregon."

Ranked Lawyers at
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Oregon

Environment

Joan P Snyder
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Joan P Snyder
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Senior Statespeople
David E Filippi
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David E Filippi
Head of Environment
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Band 1
Michael R Campbell
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Michael R Campbell
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Band 1
Thomas R Wood
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Thomas R Wood
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Band 1
Kirk Maag
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Kirk Maag
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Band 2
Aaron C Courtney
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Aaron C Courtney
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Band 3
Geoffrey Tichenor
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Geoffrey Tichenor
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Band 3
Laura Kerr
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Laura Kerr
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Band 3
Merissa Moeller
Merissa Moeller
Associates to watch

Members

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Alia Miles

Allison Reynolds

Ariel Stavitsky

Cameron Zangenehzadeh

David E Filippi

David E Filippi

Head of Department

Emily Schimelpfenig

Eric Martin

Hayley Siltanen

Louis Ferreira

Clients

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Allegheny Technologies, Inc.

Deschutes Basin Board of Control (DBBC)

EcoLube Recovery

Hollingsworth & Vose

National Hydropower Association

Oregon Industrial Stormwater Group

Portland General Electric

Precision Castparts Corp.

RestorCap

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc.

Industries

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Agribusiness

Construction

Consumer Products

Energy

Food & Beverage

Healthcare

Life Sciences & Technology

Manufacturing

Natural Resources

Real Estate