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Provided by Holland & Hart LLP

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. 

Chambers Review

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Environment - Colorado

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Holland & Hart LLP is well equipped to provide advice to clients on a range of environmental matters. The firm features attorneys who are experienced in a broad array of issues, including permitting, compliance, enforcement actions and litigation. The team represents clients on the ESA and related issues.

Work Highlights

  • Holland & Hart represented the state of Utah in a Supreme Court case challenging a Tenth Circuit decision interpreting the Clean Air Act’s venue provision.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James R Spaanstra
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James R Spaanstra
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Band 2

James Spaanstra has significant experience in providing counsel on enforcement and compliance issues. He also advises clients on environmental matters related to the sale and acquisition of real estate.

He is a very good lawyer.

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Lynn M Kornfeld
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Band 2
Lynn Kornfeld is well regarded for her ability to handle compliance and enforcement issues, including CERCLA matters. She has notable experience in advising clients on issues concerning the Clean Water Act.

Lynn consistently delivers a superior level of service to her clients, with her deep legal experience ensuring strategic insight and sound judgment.

Sandra Snodgrass
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Sandra Snodgrass
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Band 3
Sandra Snodgrass represents clients in a range of environmental issues, with an emphasis on NEPA and protected wildlife. She is routinely called upon to advise on permitting and regulatory matters.

Sandi is years ahead in her thinking, having the ability to prospect issues in all things endangered species.

Sandi's depth of knowledge around endangered species really stands out, and she is a joy to work with.

Sandi is undoubtedly the most valuable attorney I have worked with.

Douglas Benevento
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Douglas Benevento
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Band 4

Douglas Benevento draws on his experience as former executive director of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to guide clients through the regulatory and legislative landscape. He supports clients in a variety of proceedings, including significant air quality rule-makings.

Doug is a capable guy and is well connected.

Aaron Tucker
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Aaron Tucker
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Up and Coming

Aaron Tucker is an up-and-coming member of the Holland & Hart team known for his work on a variety of air quality matters. He assists clients on rule-making proceedings and state and federal enforcement actions.

Ranked Lawyers at
Holland & Hart LLP

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Colorado

Environment

James R Spaanstra
2
James R Spaanstra
2
Band 2
2
Lynn M Kornfeld
2
Band 2
Sandra Snodgrass
3
Sandra Snodgrass
3
Band 3
Douglas Benevento
4
Douglas Benevento
4
Band 4
Aaron Tucker
U
Aaron Tucker
U
Up and Coming