Kazmarek Mowrey Cloud Laseter LLP

KMCL is a premier boutique law firm specializing in environmental and energy law, recognized for its exceptional legal expertise and client service. With a focus on cost-effective, results-driven strategies, KMCL combines the high-caliber skills and experience typical of “Big Law” with a nimble, entrepreneurial, and collaborative approach. The firm prides itself on lean staffing that allows it to provide efficient and responsive services while maintaining the highest standards of legal practice.

Operating from offices in Atlanta, Birmingham, and Pittsburgh, KMCL offers a broad range of services to clients across the United States. Its national reach and extensive experience allow the firm to handle diverse environmental and toxic tort issues across multiple industries. The firm’s expertise spans Environmental & Toxic Tort Litigation, Transaction Services, Permitting, Compliance & Enforcement, Superfund & Hazardous Sites, Chemical Regulation & Management, Workplace Safety & Health, Hazardous Materials Transportation, Energy, Climate & Carbon Management, Manufactured Gas Plants, Public Policy, Environmental Insurance Recovery & Placement Counseling, and Alternative Environmental Dispute Resolution.

KMCL’s approach to client relationships sets it apart. The firm is deeply committed to understanding the unique needs of its clients and building long-term partnerships. By proactively identifying potential risks and opportunities, KMCL serves as a trusted adviser, helping clients navigate complex environmental and energy challenges while minimizing risk and maximizing opportunity.

Expertise Across Industries

KMCL’s client base includes a wide range of industries, from energy to real estate, manufacturing, and beverage distribution. Some of the firm’s most notable clients include:

• Fortune 200 Energy Supplier: KMCL serves as Georgia counsel to the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from wind and solar. The firm has played a pivotal role in securing zoning and permitting approvals for over 1 gigawatt of solar projects in Georgia over the past decade. KMCL’s representation covers the full lifecycle of these projects, including site selection, construction, operations, and decommissioning, ensuring that all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
• National Industrial Real Estate Investor: KMCL acts as outside environmental counsel for a $15 billion industrial real estate investment group. The firm advises on environmental due diligence, transaction terms to mitigate risk, tenant compliance audits, and emerging environmental property concerns. With properties across almost 50 states, KMCL’s deep understanding of state-specific regulations and reporting requirements ensures its clients are always in compliance.
• Community-Focused Real Estate and Infrastructure Owner: KMCL is Brownfields counsel for a $5 billion real estate development group engaged in the transformative Centennial Yards project in downtown Atlanta. The project is revitalizing 50 acres of land adjacent to major sports venues. KMCL has been instrumental in environmental assessments, contractual negotiations with public and private entities, and ensuring compliance with Georgia’s environmental regulations.
• Multi-National Beverage Manufacturer: The firm serves as hazardous materials transportation counsel for one of the world’s largest beverage companies. KMCL provides expert advice on compliance with federal and international hazardous materials regulations, ensuring that the company meets safety standards across all modes of transportation.
• Global Fertilizer Distributor: KMCL provides environmental counsel to one of the largest wholesale distributors of bulk dry and liquid fertilizers. The firm advises on due diligence, regulatory compliance for spills, and contractual indemnity terms related to property acquisitions.
• Construction Equipment Manufacturer: As outside counsel for a global leader in construction equipment manufacturing, KMCL offers support on property transactions, environmental enforcement actions, spill reporting, and CERCLA defense. The firm also helps draft environmental policy statements and navigates complex regulatory landscapes.
• National Aluminum Extrusions Manufacturer: KMCL serves as on-call environmental counsel for a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated aluminum extrusions. The firm advises on ongoing remediation, RCRA permitting, PFAS compliance, and reporting requirements in various states.

Notable Public Sector Engagements

KMCL’s reach extends beyond the private sector into significant public sector matters. One of the firm’s most prominent roles is as Special Assistant Attorneys General for the State of Georgia in the ongoing “Water Wars” litigation. The firm represents Georgia in disputes over water rights related to the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) and Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa (ACT) River Basins. KMCL’s involvement includes negotiating water storage contracts with the Corps of Engineers and advising on water policy issues impacting both basins.

A Collaborative and Entrepreneurial Culture

At its core, KMCL’s success stems from a culture that values collaboration and innovation. The firm’s legal professionals work closely with clients to understand their business and anticipate their needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes. KMCL’s entrepreneurial spirit means that it approaches legal challenges with fresh perspectives and creative solutions, focusing on delivering tangible results that align with clients’ strategic goals.

Commitment to Client Service

KMCL’s commitment to client service is reflected in its ability to deliver top-tier legal advice in a cost-effective manner. By maintaining a lean and skilled team, the firm can provide high-quality legal representation while managing costs efficiently. This approach allows KMCL to deliver exceptional value to clients, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and mutual success.

In an increasingly complex and regulated world, KMCL continues to set the standard for boutique environmental and energy law firms. Its deep expertise, client-centric approach, and collaborative culture make it a go-to legal partner for companies navigating the ever-evolving landscape of environmental and energy law.