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Holland & Hart LLP

Natural Resources & Environment

USA Guide 2026 : Utah


Holland & Hart LLP

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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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Natural Resources & Environment - Utah

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Holland & Hart remains a clear market leader for environmental law in Utah thanks to its deep bench of specialist attorneys, several of whom previously held posts with state and federal regulators. The team covers all aspects of the field, with particular strengths in water rights, air quality compliance and issues arising from Utah's hazardous materials laws. Its clients include municipalities and national corporations. The firm offers significant abilities handling litigation matters as well as providing regulatory advice.

Work Highlights

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  • Holland & Hart assisted Compass Minerals in negotiating an agreement

    with the State of Utah to protect Great Salt Lake.

Strengths

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  • Holland & Hart offers knowledgeable attorneys willing to work for the greater good of the industry.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Holland & Hart has a great understanding of the business we are in and is able to advise us on many different levels associated with our business.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Holland & Hart offers several excellent attorneys with deep understanding of environmental issues, particularly in western states.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Holland & Hart offers creativity and the ability to engage the EPA in constructive collaborative discussions.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • I am impressed with the knowledge of Holland & Hart's partners and work ethic of its associates. When the firm is retained to do work, it is completed in time and professionally.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJody Williams
    Senior StatespeopleJody Williams

    Jody Williams

    Jody Williams is a highly esteemed practitioner with considerable expertise in water rights. She is well placed to handle mandates involving multiple states.
    • Jody is one of the leading water attorneys in the state and has a wealth of knowledge and experience.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 1Kevin R Murray
    Band 1Kevin R Murray

    Kevin R Murray

    Kevin Murray is a leading attorney in this space. He attracts praise for his expertise in environmental law and is particularly noted for his knowledge of contamination and remediation matters.
    • Kevin Murray feels like a true partner in our business.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Ashley Peck
    Band 2Ashley Peck

    Ashley Peck

    Ashley Peck has a strong environmental law practice with expertise in water and contamination matters. She regularly assists clients with disputes relating to oil spills.
    • Ashley Peck is an exceptional person.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Emily Schilling
    Band 2Emily Schilling

    Emily Schilling

    Emily Schilling is a respected practitioner recognized for her expertise in clean air issues. She handles compliance and permitting as well as agency enforcement proceedings.
    • Emily is a very knowledgeable attorney and a pleasure to work with.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Shawn Welch
    Band 2Shawn Welch

    Shawn Welch

    Shawn Welch frequently assists clients with disputes in the oil and gas sector. He also has experience handling contentious land use issues.
    • Shawn is a helpful, experienced and knowledgeable attorney that we rely on heavily with respect to his advice and direction regarding natural resources and environmental law, as well as navigating the complex issues of litigation. He is superb.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA

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