Environment - Ohio
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What the Team is Known For
FBT Gibbons is a greatly experienced and well thought-of practice acting for clients on a broad range of issues relating to environmental law. It possesses a strong stable of talented attorneys representing clients in civil and criminal enforcement actions, and regulatory compliance audits and investigations. The firm is particularly sought after for its counsel on CERCLA and CWA matters. It is also noted for its environmental counsel on corporate transactions. The team acts for a distinguished roster of state, national and international clients, including heavy industry corporations, petroleum companies and municipalities.
Strengths
The team of lawyers we utilize are all specialists in their area. They understand our needs, not simply the legal issue.
They are able to break down complex situations and to explain legal topics in layman's terms for those that don't have a regulatory or legal background.
Their main strengths are their legal and technical expertise, business acumen, risk assessment and mitigation. They provide excellent service and support.
Work Highlights
FBT Gibbons continues to provide state and federal permitting counsel to LGESHonda relating to the construction and commissioning of a $4.4 billion electric vehicle lithium-ion battery plant in central Ohio.
Notable practitioners
Stephen Samuels has a strong reputation in the market and regularly handles CWA and other proceedings on behalf of industry, municipal and property owner clients.
William Hayes is a well-regarded environmental lawyer and is renowned in the market for his expertise in permitting and CAA compliance.
He is one of the top air permitting lawyers; a very good advocate with a very strong skillset.
Bill is an amazing man with so much knowledge of regulatory and permitting matters. He really helps us work through challenges.
Kevin McMurray provides sought-after counsel on environment-related litigation. He is often called upon to act in relation to enforcement proceedings and audit investigations.
Kevin does a great job combining his many years of experience with his knowledge of the law. He has a very no-nonsense approach and can break things down for better understanding.
Kevin is a really good lawyer; he understands the client needs and really understands the law.
Stephen Haughey has built a solid reputation as a leading environmental litigator and frequently handles disputes concerning CWA and CERCLA violations, often on behalf of municipal entities.
Steven Wesloh is skilled in representing clients in federal investigations and permit appeals under the CAA, often concerning the iron and steel industries.
Steven is a subject matter expert. He is also very creative, and his advocacy and written work is excellent.
Christopher Habel chairs the firm's Cincinnati office and has considerable experience representing clients in environmental litigation and advising on regulatory compliance.
He is incredibly knowledgeable, timely and able to foster good working relationships with parties on the other side as well as state agencies.
Chris Kim Kahn represents her clients in CWA, CAA and CERCLA matters. She also provides environmental regulatory support in real estate and corporate transactions.
Chris has a very no-nonsense approach and can break things down into steps for better understanding. She also has a great understanding of the business impacts of legal matters and provides options with pros and cons of each option.
