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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Environment

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia


DLA Piper LLP (US)

Rankings

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Environment - District of Columbia

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has an excellent reputation among peers and clients alike and is a highly-regarded environmental practice. The team is equally able when advising clients on regulatory compliance, enforcement or policy matters. Not limited to being deeply knowledgeable when counselling clients, its attorneys are similarly skilled and experienced in litigation actions.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper defended BASF in litigation with multiple allegations including negligence, public nuisance and strict liability arising from the alleged emission of ethylene oxide at the company's facility in Gurnee, Illinois.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper's environmental group stays on the cutting edge of environmental law, advising clients on emerging issues and anticipating its clients' needs.

    Environment respondentUSA
  • The firm can bring in expertise in a range of practice areas and jurisdictions which is really a strength of theirs.

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  • DLA Piper has qualified and knowledgeable attorneys who are skilled in all matters relating to environmental law.

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  • Responsiveness is a real strength of the team's.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Gwendolyn Keyes
    Band 6Gwendolyn Keyes

    Gwendolyn Keyes

    Gwendolyn Keyes cochairs the environmental practice group at DLA Piper in Washington D.C. Utilizing her long-time background as a prosecutor and in the EPA, she ably guides clients facing complex regulatory and litigation mandates.

    • Gwen provides a high level of thought on how to approach delicate situations.

      Environment respondentUSA
    • Gwen offers sound and thorough advice as we navigate compliance opportunities.

      Environment respondentUSA
  • Associates to watchMichael Nagelberg
    Associates to watchMichael Nagelberg

    Michael Nagelberg

    Michael Nagelberg is an impressive associate with a well-rounded practice spanning regulatory compliance, enforcement, litigation actions and incident response.

    • Michael is very steeped in the science and a real subject matter expert.

      Environment respondentUSA
    • Michael is my go-to for an initial call and guidance. He offers a high level of service and always picks up the phone.

      Environment respondentUSA
    • Michael Nagelberg is really strong, a very impressive associate.

      Environment respondentUSA

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