USA Guide 2026 : Louisiana
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Provided by Fishman Haygood LLP
Fishman Haygood represents plaintiffs in high-stakes environmental litigation in federal and state courts, focusing on claims arising from industrial contamination, contamination and other property damage from oil and gas operations, and land-loss in coastal wetlands. We regularly counsel landowners, state agencies, non-profits, private companies, and individuals in complex environmental disputes against some of the largest industrial operators. The firm has been on the forefront of coastal land loss cases on behalf of governments and private landowners, and has set a course for the restoration of lost coastal wetlands by securing injunctive relief requiring defendants to restore and protect damaged wetlands.
The cases our team handles are highly technical and require a great deal of scientific and operational understanding. Our attorneys are known for immersing themselves in the complicated aspects of cases, as well as for their ability to steer cases in a strategic and effective manner to achieve restoration of damaged property.
Our attorneys are also recognized for complex litigation and environmental advocacy and advise clients on a broad range of environmental matters, including coastal erosion and restoration, land contamination, surface and ground water contamination, asset retirement obligations, brownfield cleanup and redevelopment, and expropriation disputes. Our attorneys regularly teach these areas in law school classes and industry and legal seminars.
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Fishman Haygood LLP are a respected firm with strong environmental litigation capabilities. The firm demonstrates expertise on a range of matters and regularly works with landowner clients on oil and gas contamination, land damage and loss and site cleanup. It offers advice on coastal erosion and rights-of-way agreements relating to pipeline development and construction. The firm is also commended for its regulatory compliance work.
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Fishman Haygood represented Bradish Johnson Co. in filing a class action against the operators of three pipelines and pipeline canals that stretch along the entire coast of Louisiana.
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Fishman Haygood has an elite group of lawyers even though it is a smaller, local firm. It has creative, top-notch lawyers. The team works extremely well together and is clued-in, collaborative and very effective. Its lawyers are very strong advocates in court.
The team at Fishman Haygood have deep industry expertise with a proven track record. They are both commercially pragmatic but always willing to take a dispute to litigation arbitration if the case dictates. They are responsive and thorough.
This department stands out for its rare combination of technical mastery and practical judgment. The team not only understands the legal and regulatory landscape at a deep level, but it also anticipates business implications and adjusts strategy accordingly.
The firm thoroughly and clearly communicated the complexities of the cases, meeting the challenges of the case with unswerving distinction in service to its clients. The lawyers were excellent communicators, and well organized throughout all projects - start to finish.
Fishman is comprised of lawyers who are more than smart; they are savvy, immeasurably creative and operate within a wide risk tolerance.
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Blair Schilling is an experienced attorney with an extensive environment practice. She regularly advises landowners on contamination issues and land loss.
I have found Blair to be highly knowledgeable and experienced. Her understanding of the subject matter is incredible, and the work produced has been stellar.
There has never been a challenge or question we presented that Blair backed down from. She is collaborative and flexible in her legal strategies, and demonstrates the highest level of expertise and professionalism.
Blair is amazing to work with. She is always available to answer any questions I may have and provide timely feedback. She's an outstanding lawyer and I always feel like she has a firm grasp of all aspects of the work, bringing them all together in serve to her clients.
Lance is a very strong member of the team. His knowledge of the law is remarkable and he is always ready to coach when needed.
Environment: Litigation
Environment: Litigation
Environment: Litigation
Provided by Fishman Haygood LLP
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