Environment

Watanabe Ing has a leading team of lawyers in Hawaii for environmental matters. The practice possesses key expertise in advising on cesspool mandates, including the reporting and closure of large scale cesspools. The firm also helps clients with permitting issues, including in relation to air pollution. Clients of the team include both private corporations and public entities.

"The environmental team at Watanabe has the strong ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters."

"The Watanabe team has strong commercial awareness, largely due to the strong relationships that they have with regulatory agencies."

Ian Lorne Sandison is well regarded for his ability to handle a wide spectrum of environmental issues, ranging from regulatory to transactional matters. He regularly assists with environmental issues associated with real estate developments. "His experience, coupled with his relationships, allow him to provide valuable, well-reasoned advice." "I would entrust Ian with matters of the highest complexity and sensitivity."

Joyce Tam-Sugiyama is an emerging market presence, assisting clients with both contentious and noncontentious environmental mandates. She advises clients on EPA-related compliance matters and cesspool closures. "Joyce thinks strategically and logically to provide advice that assists in mitigating risk."