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Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources
SJKP LLP’s highly respected Environmental, Land & Natural Resources Practice provides expert representation across a wide range of administrative, regulatory, enforcement, litigation, transaction, and legislative matters.
Our team leverages extensive capabilities and a deep pool of experienced professionals to offer tailored counsel to multinational corporations, project developers, investors, and lenders around the globe. We provide comprehensive legal services on all types of environmental issues, from air and water quality regulations to chemical management, product regulations, and dealing with contaminated properties.
We combine deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks with practical commercial insight, helping clients balance compliance obligations with their sustainability objectives. Whether supporting large-scale renewable energy projects, addressing legacy environmental liabilities, or guiding clients through emerging climate disclosure regimes, our goal is to position businesses for long-term resilience and success in the global transition to sustainable energy.
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1. Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources: Comprehensive Legal Strategies
SJKP LLP provides expert legal services to clients navigating complex environmental matters. We regularly advise on regulatory compliance, environmental risk mitigation, and securing necessary approvals for infrastructure projects. Our experience spans all areas of environmental law, including water quality, hazardous waste, and contaminated site remediation.
Regulatory and Policy Advocacy
Our team is actively involved in legislative, regulatory, and policy developments at the regional, national, and global levels. Many of our lawyers have served as senior government officials in various capacities, including with the White House, the Council on Environmental Quality, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and other governmental agencies. We use this unique experience to guide our clients through complex regulatory landscapes and to help them secure approvals for critical infrastructure projects.
ESG and Climate Compliance
As ESG disclosure and climate-related regulations expand, we advise clients on aligning corporate sustainability strategies with legal obligations. Our counsel helps companies comply with emerging greenhouse gas reporting standards, manage supply-chain sustainability requirements, and prepare for investor and regulator scrutiny on climate commitments.
2. Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources: Navigating Permits and Land Use Entitlements
SJKP LLP’s permitting and entitlement team is highly experienced in negotiating with federal, state, and local regulators. We also provide valuable consultation to American Indian tribes and help clients manage complex stakeholder relationships. Our team engages with government leadership on policy and permitting related to energy projects, including conventional and renewable energy development, infrastructure siting, and transportation projects.
Complex Stakeholder Management
We assist clients in navigating challenging stakeholder relationships, ensuring that their projects move forward smoothly and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Our team has significant experience in managing complex negotiations involving various interest groups, from local communities to environmental activists.
Land Use Approvals for Energy and Infrastructure Projects
From wind and solar farms to transmission corridors and industrial facilities, our attorneys handle every stage of the permitting process. We provide practical strategies for addressing environmental impact reviews, zoning approvals, and contested hearings, ensuring projects remain on track and aligned with regulatory expectations.
3. Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources: Transactional Risk Management
SJKP LLP works closely with our corporate, finance, and tax teams to structure transactions in a manner that minimizes environmental risk. Our deep knowledge of contaminated sites, occupational safety, and process safety allows us to advise on transactions in industries with significant environmental concerns.
Structuring Transactions with Environmental Risk in Mind
We bring specialized knowledge in industries with complex supply chains, hazardous chemicals, and stringent regulatory requirements. Our team works with consultants to conduct analyses, modeling, and projections to inform clients on asset valuation, transaction structuring, and minimizing liabilities.
Environmental Due Diligence and Post-Closing Obligations
We conduct comprehensive due diligence on acquisitions, divestitures, and financings to identify potential environmental liabilities. Our team also advises on post-closing remediation obligations, indemnities, and ongoing compliance programs to safeguard investment value and reduce exposure to litigation or regulatory penalties.
4. Environmental, Land Use & Natural Resources: Litigation and Enforcement
Beyond transactional and regulatory work, SJKP LLP defends clients in complex environmental disputes. We represent companies in federal and state courts, administrative hearings, and arbitration proceedings involving environmental contamination, enforcement actions, and natural resource damages.
Defending Against Enforcement Actions
We have a proven track record of negotiating with the Department of Justice, the EPA, and state regulators to resolve enforcement actions efficiently. Whether addressing Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, or hazardous waste violations, we design defense strategies that minimize penalties and protect business continuity.
Strategic Advocacy in Environmental Litigation
From Superfund cost recovery cases to toxic tort claims, our litigation team develops creative solutions to resolve disputes favorably. We balance aggressive defense with pragmatic settlement strategies to safeguard client interests while reducing long-term risks.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
