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 Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Natural Resources & Environment

USA Guide 2026 : Alaska


Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Natural Resources & Environment - Alaska

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What the Team is Known For
Perkins Coie's celebrated Alaska legal team, backed by significant resources in other offices, offers expertise in environmental regulation and natural resources permitting on sizable mining projects. Also advises on high-profile contamination disputes and wastewater issues. Strong client base in the mining and oil and gas industries.
Strengths

Perkins Coie is a really strong team and very responsive to questions.

The team are seasoned professionals who are experienced working with our type of business and familiar with the types of issues we have.

Work Highlights

Perkins Coie acted for Hecla Mining in permitting, commercial issues and a planned expansion of its underground mine located on Admiralty Island.

Notable practitioners
Eric B Fjelstad
Eric Fjelstad remains a luminary figure in the energy and natural resources space. He is particularly noted for his strength in handling complex projects and related disputes.

Elena Romerdahl
Elena Romerdahl is well regarded for her expertise in regulatory matters within this practice area. She regularly assists clients from a range of sectors including mining and oil and gas.

Elena provides exceptional service and gets consistently strong results.

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