Shipman & Goodwin LLP, Environment | Chambers USA Profile

About

Provided by Shipman & Goodwin LLP

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.

Chambers Review

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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

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.

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

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

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

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

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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

Band 1

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.

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

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

Head of Environment

Band 1

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.

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

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

Band 3

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.

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.

Alfredo is always accessible and knowledgeable.

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