Environment | USA

Bass, Berry & Sims is an esteemed firm with significant strength in all aspects of environmental law, including permitting, investigations, enforcement actions and citizen suits. The firm represents public and private clients in negotiations with state and federal agencies, and advises on matters such as groundwater contamination, hazardous waste and emissions compliance. It further offers substantial expertise in brownfield land use and water rights issues.

Holland & Knight has a well-respected group of attorneys known for lobbying and regulatory work across the gamut of environmental law practice. It regularly acts on greenfield and brownfield developments and has further experience in Superfund work. The firm handles both litigation and complex negotiations, and its clients benefit from its close relationships with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and significant experience in dealing with EPA and the DOJ. Additionally, the firm demonstrates considerable expertise in advising on environmental issues affecting energy and power projects.

K&L Gates houses a well-regarded environment practice in Tennessee. The group expertly advises on environment litigation in state and federal trial courts. The team has a particular focus on environmental remediation matters and adeptly advises on environment issues arising out of real estate transactions.