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Provided by Douglas Cohen
Douglas Cohen has practiced in the energy and environmental field since 1980, first at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and then at the U.S. Department of Justice. Since 1988, Doug has been in private practice primarily representing developers, and manufacturing and industrial clients, financial institutions, and utilities.
Doug has experience in all areas of energy and environmental law, including utility and environmental litigation, utility and environmental permitting, environmental counseling, and the environmental implications of real estate and business transactions. In addition, Doug has experience in administrative hearings, practicing before the Connecticut Siting Council, the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, the Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control, Office of Health Care Access, and many local wetlands, planning, and zoning boards.
Doug is recognized by Chambers USA in the Connecticut Environment category. In the 2022 guide, clients commented that he is “an extremely smart lawyer with good and practical common sense” and has “tremendous client skills, always remaining calm through difficult projects.”
Provided by Chambers
Douglas Cohen is highlighted for his broad expertise across the full spectrum of environmental law matters, including advising clients on transactions, remediation and compliance issues.
Provided by Chambers
"Doug is a smart lawyer with deep legal experience and excellent people skills. He is a pleasure to work with."
"He is easily accessible and very knowledgeable about negotiating environmental agreements and protections."
"Doug is a smart lawyer with deep legal experience and excellent people skills. He is a pleasure to work with."
"He is easily accessible and very knowledgeable about negotiating environmental agreements and protections."
