Chambers Review
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Environment - Puerto Rico
What the Team is Known For
McConnell Valdés boasts a market-leading environmental practice group with standout experience advising clients on regulatory matters before the Puerto Rico Energy Commission. The team boasts further skill representing clients in natural resources disputes, alleged groundwater contamination and environmental matters relating to fuel-handling facilities. The firm's clients include manufacturing, infrastructure, pharmaceutical and energy companies.
Strengths
MConnell Valdés' team is good for working with and alongside the local agencies. The lawyers do a pretty good job understanding what is a priority and what is not.
McConnell Valdés' lawyers truly feel like part of our team. Their opinion is well respected because of their ability to bring a 360-degree perspective when we face tough and complex decisions.
Work Highlights
McConnell Valdés advised Discovery Land Company on all the environmental due diligence, land use regulatory and permitting matters related to the purchase and development of a former US Naval base into residences, a golf course and a hotel.
Notable practitioners
Carlos Fernández-Lugo is our go-to person for all environmental matters.
I can't say enough good things about Carlos Fernández-Lugo. He is a good guy and a very experienced lawyer.
Jorge García-Díaz has extensive experience in regulatory matters governing our business.