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Environment - California

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Farella Braun + Martel LLP has a well-respected environmental practice with impressive experience in regulatory and compliance counsel covering a wide range of areas, including product liability, water quality and CERCLA matters, among others. Has a strong litigation team with the capacity to handle mass tort actions, site investigations and Proposition 65 defenses. Regularly engaged by clients in the renewable energy industry to handle matters such as project permitting, environmental review and land use entitlements.

Work Highlights

  • Farella Braun + Martel represented Goodrich Corporation in successfully prosecuting and obtaining a permit variance before the South Coast Air Quality Management District Hearing Board concerning operation of its emergency flare.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Robert L Hines
2
Band 2
Robert Hines handles a broad range of state and federal environmental matters for energy, manufacturing and pharmaceutical companies. He is particularly looked to for compliance advice and Proposition 65 matters.

What stands out to me is his attention to efficient resolutions that make sense.

He has decades of experience with federal and state regulators.

3
Sarah Bell
3
Band 3
Sarah Bell regularly advises clients involved in Superfund and environmental litigation matters. Her practice includes enforcement actions, toxic torts and water quality suits.

Working with Sarah is a rewarding experience. She brings a lot of historical recollection, experience and technical knowledge.

Sarah provides very helpful legal advice.

Sarah is very thorough and knowledgeable about California procedure.

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Robert L Hines
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Sarah Bell
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