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Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Environment

USA Guide 2026 : Indiana

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Barnes & Thornburg LLP

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Attorneys assist clients with compliance counseling, obtaining and negotiating permits, business transactions and planning, facility cleanups, and administrative adjudication before federal and state agencies, among other activities. Environmental attorneys evaluate and manage environmental issues in real estate and business transactions that involve water, soil and air regulatory compliance, as well as enforcement and emerging legal issues associated with climate change, oil and gas pipelines, vapor intrusion and advanced remediation solutions.

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Environment - Indiana

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Barnes & Thornburg LLP has a well-regarded team of leading environmental lawyers with expertise in handling land, air and water issues. The firm offers a strong litigation practice reinforced by extensive regulatory compliance capabilities. Its areas of expertise include insurance recovery, contamination issues, on-site investigations and OSHA-related matters. It is experienced in advising pipeline operators on compliance and enforcement issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Barnes & Thornburg represented home appliance company Whirlpool in two Notices of Potential Liability letters sent by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management and the EPA.

Strengths

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  • We appreciate their knowledge and experience not only with the state but also the contractors.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • We appreciate their timely responses, friendly communications, knowledge and expertise in the subject matter, and above all their customer-focused approach.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • The firm provides consistently strong environmental support, combining deep technical knowledge with practical, business-oriented guidance.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • Barnes & Thornburg provided the best value in relation to their availability for counsel, attention to detail, thoughtful guidance, and by leveraging the right internal resources to provide the most comprehensive legal approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David R. Gillay
    David R. Gillay

    David R. Gillay

    David Gillay is an experienced adviser who often works on issues relating to water and waste contamination. His client base includes manufacturers.
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  • Sean Griggs
    Sean Griggs

    Sean Griggs

    Sean Griggs is noted for environmental litigation and often works on toxic torts and CERCLA disputes. He appears before administrative agencies, trial courts and appellant tribunals.
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