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Environmental laws are among the most complex. We help clients comply with regulations, and build solutions that support their businesses.

Environmental law is a cornerstone of Holland & Hart. Our team of more than 100 environmental attorneys develops solutions that enable clients to successfully operate within complex and evolving regulatory frameworks. 

Not only does our team have experience in virtually all environmental and natural resources statutes, we actively foster and maintain relationships with federal and state regulators and policymakers throughout the country. Many of our environmental attorneys have served in key policy development and enforcement roles with federal and state agencies, including the EPA. We have the credibility with decision-makers needed to resolve conflicting interpretations of regulations and develop innovative solutions that allow clients to achieve their business objectives. 

Known for building strategies that protect and further clients’ interests, we help at all stages of project development and operation in environmental and natural resource matters. From rulemaking and legislative advocacy, to compliance counseling, to navigating complex permit approval processes, to defending multimillion-dollar enforcement and citizen suit actions, Holland & Hart delivers solutions to routine challenges and landmark environmental matters. 

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What the Team is Known For

Holland & Hart’s Arizona environmental team is known for advising clients on complex environmental and natural resource matters, particularly in mining, water resources and large infrastructure projects. Based in Phoenix, the practice group brings experience in environmental litigation, permitting and regulatory compliance, including in renewable energy and municipal sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Holland & Hart represented Resolution Copper Mining in multiple high‑profile federal and state proceedings challenging development of its proposed Arizona copper mine, including Clean Water Act permitting disputes and constitutional and environmental claims brought by tribal and environmental groups.

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Notable Practitioners

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Christopher D Thomas
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Christopher D Thomas
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Christopher Thomas enjoys an excellent reputation in the field. He continues to be active on hazardous substance and contamination litigation and offers further experience in permitting matters.

Chris Thomas has long and deep experience in environmental matters and with tailoring legal solutions to clients' business needs.

Chris Thomas is excellent in strategy and professionalism.

Chris Thomas is a brilliant lawyer.

Chris Thomas is the best.

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Christopher D Thomas
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Christopher D Thomas
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