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Nossaman assists landowners, developers, homebuilders and public agencies to entitle, finance and develop innovative projects. The firm has a national reputation for the successful defense of large infrastructure and land use development projects against environmental challenges. 

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Environment - California

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Nossaman LLP has a robust environment group able to handle an array of environmental and natural resource matters. The firm has notable strength lies in CWA and Endangered Species Act issues. Additionally, it handles a wide spread of litigation and regulatory compliance matters, as well as land use and environmental permitting. The team represents clients in connection with legislative matters, working closely alongside the firm's public policy group to promote interests before state and federal government. Known for representing public agencies, water utilities, renewable energy companies and real estate developers.

Work Highlights

  • Nossaman served as special environmental counsel for the Tejon Ranch Company, providing state and federal environmental compliance counsel and representation in administrative proceedings with respect to the development of its 270,000-acre ranch.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mary Lynn K Coffee
3
Mary Lynn K Coffee
3
Band 3
Mary Lynn Coffee is well versed in environmental regulatory proceedings. She offers counsel on permitting applications and regularly advises a range of clients on compliance and enforcement actions. She has particular experience acting for clients in the water industry.

Mary is a very knowledgeable environmental lawyer.

Robert D Thornton
4
Robert D Thornton
4
Band 4
Robert Thornton's expertise extends to managing the environmental aspects of infrastructure developments, frequently guiding clients through disputes. He is also recommended for his experience on matters pertaining to the Endangered Species Act.

Robert has a deep understanding of the law. He is a real partner to us as we navigate complex legal issues.

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Environment

Mary Lynn K Coffee
3
Mary Lynn K Coffee
3
Band 3
Robert D Thornton
4
Robert D Thornton
4
Band 4

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