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Environment - California

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What the Team is Known For

Paul Hastings LLP offers a versatile regulatory practice with a deep bench experienced in dealing with environmental agencies. Acknowledged for its strength in regulation, policymaking and project development, the firm offers top quality expertise in land use permitting, as well as in hazardous material and air quality matters. Has specialist knowledge of wildlife law surrounding renewable energy projects. Also highly recommended for brownfield transactions and climate change issues.

Work Highlights

  • Paul Hastings advised EDF Renewables in connection with wind and solar projects located in Southern California including a variety of permitting and CEQA matters.

Strengths

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From the junior associates to the partners, everyone clearly adds value. They are one of the most responsive outside counsel I work with, which is one of the most important qualities.

Environment respondent
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They have a deep understanding of the industry and exceptional knowledge of environmental law, which, coupled with foundational experience in a complex and technical field, make them a valuable asset.

Environment respondent
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We could not ask for better service levels or responsiveness; they keep us informed every step of the way.

Environment respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Christopher Carr
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Christopher Carr
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Christopher Carr is chair of the Paul Hastings environment and energy practice. He handles environmental permitting proceedings for energy and projects companies, regularly defending clients in project approval disputes, with particular expertise in the Endangered Species Act.

He uniquely combines expertise with complex regulations, engagement with the agencies that administer them and exceptional litigation skills.

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Deborah J Schmall
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Deborah J Schmall
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Deborah Schmall has significant experience in brownfield redevelopment projects as well as other environmental regulations affecting construction projects. She is further noted for providing environmental support to large corporate transactions.

She is professional, knowledgeable and candid.

She's very knowledgeable - someone you want to have on your side when dealing with agencies.

She is really creative, a fantastic negotiator and deeply knowledgeable in her area.

She is a superlative partner who leaves no stone unturned and goes the extra mile to respond to client needs, including in short-notice emergency and eleventh hour situations.

Deborah is very good. She has a deep knowledge of environmental law and a broad range of experience.

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Navi Dhillon
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Navi Dhillon
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Navi Dhillon's commendable practice spans regulatory approvals on renewable energy projects, as well as high-stakes litigation. He also demonstrates notable expertise in ESA and CEQA, representing private clients, as well as local municipalities in California.

He is strategic in how he positions a case.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Christopher Carr
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Christopher Carr
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Deborah J Schmall
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Deborah J Schmall
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Navi Dhillon
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Navi Dhillon
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