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Shipman & Goodwin LLP

Environment

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Shipman & Goodwin LLP

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  • Assists businesses, state and local government agencies and individuals with regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, financing, and business and real estate transactions. ​
  • Unique national practice experienced in facilitating conveyance of contaminated properties and environmental management of large remediation projects.
  • Provides guidance on all major federal and state environmental programs, including solid and hazardous waste, coastal zone management, tidal and inland wetlands and watercourses, water quality, and stormwater management.
  • Extensive experience in state and federal courts with cost recovery actions, insurance matters, underground storage tanks, toxic torts, and the state and federal Environmental Protection Acts.

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Environment - Connecticut

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Shipman & Goodwin advises on a wide range of environmental issues including health and safety, energy and land use. It is highly respected for its coverage of matters such as property transactions involving contaminated land, remediation and the defense of natural resource damage claims. The firm is also strongly praised for its relationships with state and federal agencies on regulatory compliance matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Shipman & Goodwin represented the Town of Norfolk in an 8,200 gallon gasoline spill caused by a third-party transporter.

Strengths

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  • They are able to artfully handle complex matters, which environmental situations tend to inherently.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • Shipman & Goodwin has deep experience supported by a large pool of other legal resources internally, as well as strong, positive relationships with regulatory agencies.

    Environment respondentUSA

  • They have deep knowledge of environmental law and regulation in Connecticut and their advice is always comprehensive and practical.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Aaron Levy
    Aaron Levy

    Aaron Levy

    Aaron Levy is a well-respected practitioner with an established environmental practice. He frequently represents manufacturers, healthcare clients and public bodies in remediations, due diligence and federal compliance matters.

    • He is very proactive and understands the situation I'm in right now.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Aaron performs at the highest level and provides solid, practical advice.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Aaron is one of the most commercial and valuable partners that we work with. He is present and available whenever needed and always brings a practical perspective to the table that has resulted in great outcomes for our firm.

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  • Andrew N Davis
    Andrew N Davis

    Andrew N Davis

    Andrew Davis provides a strong offering in a range of environmental affairs, often acting for clients in site remediation and on associated disputes.

    • His depth of knowledge and experience are his strengths.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • I really appreciate Andrew's guidance and expertise and know I'm in good hands with him and his team.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Andrew's sage advice reflects his deep understanding of our industry's needs with regard to environmental law and regulation.

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  • Alfredo Fernandez
    Alfredo Fernandez

    Alfredo Fernandez

    Alfredo Fernandez enjoys a strong reputation for his expertise in environmental law, advising clients on a broad spectrum of regulatory, transactional and disputes work, particularly for manufacturing clients.

    • He is a knowledgeable and responsive problem-solver with a broadly capable team and partners who specialize in other subject matter who are willing to work with our company on demand as the needs arise.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • He understands the environmental regulations, has developed an expertise in PFAS, and is able to take that expertise and understand the impact on his industrial clients.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Alfredo is always accessible and knowledgeable.

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  • Matthew Ranelli
    Matthew Ranelli

    Matthew Ranelli

    Matthew Ranelli is a well-known litigator highlighted for his expertise in environment law.

    • Matt is our go-to counsel for environment-related matters in Connecticut.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • His level of experience and knowledge is second to none.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Matt is an expert in his area.

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