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Environment
USA Guide 2026 : Illinois
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Work Highlights
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King & Spalding LLP represented Reynolds American on the patchwork of state extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws targeting the sale and distribution of products with paper and plastics packaging.
Strengths
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They are exceptionally responsive and can distill complex regulations into pragmatic explanations. They go beyond just legal counsel and become strategic business advisers.
Environment respondentUSAThey stand out for their expertise, communication and collaboration skills.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 Karl R Heisler
Karl Heisler is adept at representing clients in a range of complex litigious matters, particularly under CAA, OSHA and CERCLA. Karl has always demonstrated exceptional service, elite levels of sophistication, and great awareness of the nuances of providing effective client service.
Environment respondentUSAKarl is a true business partner who is uniquely gifted to leverage his legal expertise with an inherent business mindset to help shape and challenge the strategic direction of the organization. He is a true team player, collaborates exceptionally well with his client and other law firms and assembles the right resources to exceed expectations.
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Ranked Individuals at King & Spalding LLP (1)
Illinois
Karl R Heisler
Environment: Litigation
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Band 1 Band 2 USA 2026
Practice area: Environment
Location: District of Columbia
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