About

Provided by Stoel Rives LLP

Stoel Rives’ Anchorage-based Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources practice is recognized for its representation of natural resource developers, Alaska Native corporations, and regulated utilities in complex regulatory matters, project development and permitting, infrastructure investments, and energy-related disputes. The team advises clients across many of Alaska’s most vital industries, including energy and infrastructure, mining, timber and forest products, fisheries, and matters involving Alaska Native corporations. Its energy work includes upstream and midstream oil and gas as well as renewable energy.

Stoel Rives advises oil, natural gas, and mining clients on permitting and governmental approvals at both the federal and state levels. It also assists with financing for on and offshore infrastructure projects and represents pipeline carriers, electric utilities, and other regulated entities before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska. The firm’s work includes tax planning and structuring, as well as drafting and implementing laws and regulations relating to Alaska’s oil and gas production and property tax regimes. Its Arctic Law practice includes advising on economic development opportunities in the region, along with permitting guidance and litigation support in disputes arising under federal and state environmental laws.

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Natural Resources & Environment - Alaska

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What the Team is Known For

Stoel Rives is a prestigious regional law firm offering a broad range of expertise covering oil and gas pipeline projects, mining titles and issues relating to regulated industries. Well positioned to advise on the Alaska energy tax regime, as well as permitting and environmental litigation. Acts for a diverse client body, including private and public companies, as well as Alaska Native corporations.

Work Highlights

  • Stoel Rives represented Goat Lake Hydro in a rate case before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ramona Monroe
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Ramona Monroe
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Ramona Monroe serves a range of clients in the natural resources sector and is especially recognized for her expertise in the mining industry. She advises on both transactional and regulatory issues.

Ramona is hands-down the most knowledgeable mining lawyer in Alaska.

Ramona is an excellent lawyer who combines great client service with a high level of technical sophistication. Her commercial awareness and strategic vision consistently add value, and she is a pleasure to deal with.

Tina M Grovier
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Tina M Grovier
Head of Natural Resources & Environment
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Tina Grovier commands the respect of the market, who note her capabilities across the natural resources space. She acts on both regulatory and transactional matters.

Tina offers excellent insights.

Jonathan Iversen
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Jonathan Iversen
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Jonathan Iversen has strength in the oil and gas regulatory space. He is an expert in handling tax issues, among other matters.
Shannon Bleicher
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Shannon Bleicher
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Up and Coming

Shannon Bleicher is an emerging talent in the natural resources space. She regularly advises on issues before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska.

Shannon is very knowledgeable, sharp and extremely responsive.

Shannon provides a great level of service with a highly commercial approach. She has a strong ability to see the bigger picture and deliver practical, business-focused advice.

Ranked Lawyers at
Stoel Rives LLP

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Natural Resources & Environment

Ramona Monroe
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Ramona Monroe
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Band 1
Tina M Grovier
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Tina M Grovier
Head of Natural Resources & Environment
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Band 1
Jonathan Iversen
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Jonathan Iversen
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Band 2
Shannon Bleicher
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Shannon Bleicher
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Up and Coming

Members

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Clients

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Alaska Power Company

ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc.

Fairbanks Gold Mining, Inc.

Freegold Ventures Ltd.

Goat Lake Hydro, Inc.

Graphite One Inc.

Kinross/Fairbanks Gold Mining, Inc.

KoBold Metals Company

NANA Regional Corporation

Northern Star Resources Ltd.

Railbelt Transmission Organization

Waste Connections of Alaska, Inc.

Industries

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Agribusiness

Construction

Consumer Products

Energy

Food & Beverage

Healthcare

Life Sciences & Technology

Manufacturing

Natural Resources

Real Estate