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Environment

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Our attorneys are committed to designing solutions to substantive
environmental, land use, development and property rights
challenges. Our experience includes water use, government
development approvals, developments of regional impact,
comprehensive plan amendments and property rights defense

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Environment - Florida

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Gunster has a strong Florida base with a broad geographical spread, offering statewide expertise in water, air and land issues. It has additional capabilities in endangered species and wetlands advisory work. The firm is experienced in acting for clients before a range of local, state and federal regulatory bodies, alongside strengths in environmental litigation and administrative challenges. It represents public and private sector clients across a variety of industry areas, including food, real estate and manufacturing.
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Strengths

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  • Gunster's attorneys and staff have thorough attention to detail and anticipation of their client's need which leads to professional and prompt responses throughout a case process.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • The quality of their focus on all relevant issues, research and preparation is truly outstanding.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • Gunster has a deep bench, with an experienced team of senior partners.

    Environment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Terry Cole
    Terry Cole

    Terry Cole

    Terry Cole is a longstanding practitioner with experience advising on water quality and air pollution.

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  • Luna E Phillips
    Luna E Phillips

    Luna E Phillips

    Luna Phillips has an excellent reputation in this space and is noted for her standout water practice, with strengths including advising on environmental regulation.

    • Luna's attention to detail, quality of client service and her extraordinary degree of focus and constant attention stand out as exceptional.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Luna is very highly regarded.

      Environment respondentUSA
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  • Eric T Olsen
    Eric T Olsen

    Eric T Olsen

    Eric Olsen is noted for his expertise in water-related matters. He draws on his knowledge of mitigation banks to assist clients with a variety of projects.

    • Eric is highly regarded in water law.

      Environment respondentUSA
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  • Gregory Munson
    Gregory Munson

    Gregory Munson

    Gregory Munson has experience in environmental protection and is regularly sought after for his expertise in water management.

    • Gregory possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in environmental law and public policy. His ability to find common goals and building positive momentum is key in conflict resolution.

      Environment respondentUSA
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  • Rick J Burgess
    Rick J Burgess

    Rick J Burgess

    Rick Burgess has a comprehensive practice which includes advising on environmental disputes. His expertise includes regulatory matters and permitting, as well as enforcement proceedings.

    • I would not hesitate to refer a case to him.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Rick is a very skilled attorney.

      Environment respondentUSA
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  • Deborah Madden
    Deborah Madden

    Deborah Madden

    Deborah Madden has a broad environmental practice, advising developers and public companies, among others, on regulatory matters and litigation.

    • Deborah's attention to detail and ability to process large amounts of information enables her to bridge gaps between clients, stakeholders, consultants and decision-makers.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Debbie's experience as an environmental professional has been an outstanding asset to her work.

      Environment respondentUSA
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  • Elizabeth Ross
    Elizabeth Ross

    Elizabeth Ross

    Elizabeth Ross has extensive experience in water management issues, including permitting matters.
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