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Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Environment

USA Guide 2026 : Indiana


Barnes & Thornburg LLP

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Provided by Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Barnes & Thornburg advises on virtually every area of environmental law, the regulatory and legislative process, and related litigation. Our national team has represented myriad clients in sizable environmental matters, offering creative solutions to meet their objectives. We have negotiated critical consent decrees for municipalities across the country and navigated businesses and trade associations through and beyond the regulatory rulemaking process.

We apply our specialized industry know-how when working with national and international clients such as major oil companies and refineries, industrial manufacturers and suppliers, pipeline owners and operators, and energy and mining businesses. We represent airports, municipalities, water and wastewater utilities, and other public utilities and entities throughout the country. We also represent property owners and construction companies, solid and hazardous waste management facilities, e-waste and scrap and other materials recyclers, as well as industry associations and coalitions in significant areas of environmental law.

We advise on compliance with federal, state, local and international environmental laws, and evaluate and advise on minimizing environmental risks in real estate and business transactions. We resolve disputes with governmental entities and private parties arising under environmental laws and, when necessary, aggressively protect client interests in litigation or alternative dispute resolution.

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Environment - Indiana

Band 1

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.

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.

    Environment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David R. Gillay
    Band 1David 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.
  • Band 1Sean Griggs
    Band 1Sean 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.

Ranked Individuals at Barnes & Thornburg LLP (2)

Indiana

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