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K&L Gates

Environment

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K&L Gates

Rankings

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Environment - Pennsylvania

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates has a well-established team covering the full breadth of environmental litigation, compliance and permitting concerns. It provides expert counsel on waste, water, air and wetland regulatory issues. The firm maintains a particular focus on infrastructure matters, assisting energy clients with Marcellus Shale natural gas projects and transportation issues. It also provides notable counsel on environmental matters relating to corporate transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates advised CPV Renewable Power and its affiliates on the siting, development and financing of multiple renewable energy projects in Pennsylvania and other states, including complex projects located on former coal mine sites.

Strengths

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  • The K&L Gates environmental team is very knowledgeable on local and state agency issues and has great relationships with the regulators.

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  • The team is hands-on, highly knowledgeable and highly respected.

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  • K&L is an extremely sophisticated and trusted partner to handle complex issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • R Timothy Weston
    R Timothy Weston

    R Timothy Weston

    Timothy Weston is a highly experienced practitioner noted for his capabilities in permitting work and environmental litigation.

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  • Craig P Wilson
    Craig P Wilson

    Craig P Wilson

    Craig Wilson is highly sought after for advice on infrastructure matters, wetland regulatory concerns and permit questions.

    • Craig is a sharp attorney who knows what he is doing.

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    • Craig always provides top-notch service.

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    • Craig is an exceptional attorney and a pleasure to work with. He knows our business and offers practical solutions that align with our needs and goals.

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    • Craig is a thought leader in the industry.

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  • David Raphael
    David Raphael

    David Raphael

    David Raphael assists clients with the full gamut of environmental concerns, including compliance, transactional risk management and contentious matters. He is highly experienced in air and water permitting.

    • David is great to work with and provides guidance on environmental litigation and regulatory connections.

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  • Tad Macfarlan
    Tad Macfarlan

    Tad Macfarlan

    Tad Macfarlan is known for his work across complex matters, providing complex advisory support especially with regard to natural energy and greenhouse gas initiatives.

    • Tad stays on top of issues - he is proactive and strategic.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Tad is an analytical thinker.

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