About
Provided by Jackson Walker LLP
Jackson Walker’s environmental attorneys are skilled in all areas of water quality regulation. Our team is known for advising on some of the largest water infrastructure projects in the state of Texas, including projects to benefit manufacturing plants, electric power generation plants, data centers, high-tech companies, and other industries.
Types of Matters Handled
- Water Rights Permitting: Managing all aspects of the permitting of surface water and groundwater resources, including representing clients in contested hearings over water supply permits.
- Water Supply Infrastructure: Negotiating contracts for the purchase and sale of water, including major infrastructure projects associated with the development, treatment and conveyance of water for municipal and industrial use.
- Special Districts and Water Utilities: Representation of special districts and utilities in Water Rate Proceedings and applications to secure Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CCNs) for retail service.
Representative Experience
- Secured a landmark victory at the Texas Supreme Court for Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3 in an important eminent domain and immunity dispute.
- Represented a technology company in complex water supply infrastructure contract negotiations for a new greenfield manufacturing facility in Texas.
