Environmental Law

 

DeVoe Law has a proven track record of protecting businesses from costly regulatory exposure and achieving outcomes that make a real difference. From defending manufacturers against EPA allegations to navigating complex water rights proceedings, our results speak for themselves.

 

Successfully defended a South Dakota manufacturing facility against EPA non-compliance allegations, negotiating a settlement with a civil penalty of less than 10 percent of the anticipated liability.

Regularly defends manufacturing and transfer facilities across Colorado, New Mexico, Montana, South Dakota, and Texas against air quality emissions violations and non-compliance allegations.

Secured the return of more than $5 million in cash-funded reclamation obligations for a limestone mine in Colorado.

Defended one of the largest landfill operators in the country — a publicly traded company — against air regulation non-compliance allegations at its Colorado facilities, keeping civil penalties well below SEC reporting thresholds.

Represented one of the largest ski area operators in the world on the environmental aspects of its $40.5 million acquisition of a resort ground transportation business.

Represented the nation’s largest hydropower producer in a basin-wide adjudication of its water rights and in recovering contract overcharge costs from the Bureau of Reclamation in the Court of Federal Claims.

Defended a New Mexico manufacturer against EPA allegations of failing to report air emissions under the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA).

Defended a Colorado coal mining operation against allegations of failing to obtain all required permits.

Successfully challenged a New Mexico environmental group’s appeal of an air quality permit on behalf of our client.

Currently setting strategy and managing government relations for clients planning ahead for climate change regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

DeVoe Law’s expertise and successful solutions continue to establish long lasting client relationships.