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McGuireWoods LLP

Environment

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McGuireWoods LLP

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Environment - Virginia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

McGuireWoods attracts market praise for the quality of its environmental practice. The firm has a strong track record of representing prominent regional and national clients in an array of matters, including enforcement defense, permitting and project development. It has noted expertise in the areas of air, water and waste compliance, and performs well in litigation arising from regulatory amendments. The team also counsels clients on brownfield redevelopment and assists clients with voluntary remediation.

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Strengths

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  • They have a deep experience in our company's business and in due diligence for new renewable projects.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • They are very professional, yet personable and understanding to the client's situation. They are quick to find solutions and have the capabilities in-house to do so. They are extremely knowledgeable about current Virginia-specific permitting regimes and able to help guide clients through them.

    Environment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Heather Stevenson
    Heather Stevenson

    Heather Stevenson

    Heather Stevenson is a key member of the McGuireWoods environment team, noted for her expertise across solar, wind and battery projects. She also handles remediation mandates across industrial sites.

    • Heather is a great asset to have working on your projects. She's very detail-oriented yet sees the macro view of what needs to be done in a professional and timely manner.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • She's very responsive, I trust her.

      Environment respondentUSA
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