Natural Resources & Environment | USA

Givens Pursley is a market-leading practice with a deep bench of lawyers, especially knowledgeable regarding water law and public land law. The group often assists clients with agriculture, mining, manufacturing and utility provisions toward effectively navigating environmental regulations such as the CWA and NEPA. Its client base includes individuals, municipalities and companies operating in sectors such as renewable energy, oil and gas, and agriculture.

Holland & Hart is a go-to practice regularly acting on high-profile matters both within Idaho and out of state. It is experienced representing clients before various administrative bodies, including the Interior Board of Land Appeals, EPA and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. The practice regularly advises on endangered species and wildlife regulation, Native American land rights and the development and implementation of environmental compliance programs. The firm also routinely represents clients from a wide array of industries, including municipalities, pharmaceuticals and energy companies.

Perkins Coie has a strong practice which utilizes its impressive regional resources in both litigious and transactional matters. Water law and environmental compliance remain particular areas of expertise, and clients also benefit from key attorneys' previous experience working within government agencies in related industry sectors. The group serves a host of clients, including mining companies, public utilities and national advocacy groups such as the National Alliance of Forest Owners. It is also experienced in representing municipalities with regard to water rights.

Stoel Rives is a highly rated and experienced natural resources and environmental group that is active within the sectors of mining, forestry, energy and agriculture. It is experienced at representing clients before the US Bureau of Land Management and EPA, among other agencies. The group's clients benefit from the firm's strong regional footprint across the Western USA. The practice has a growing reputation for mining work in particular, advising clients on project development issues as well as related litigation. In addition, it is noted for its handling of water and air quality matters alongside mining transactions.

Marten Law is a well-regarded national environment and energy law firm focusing particularly on water rights, catering to clients in industries such as hydropower and agriculture. The firm is also renowned for its extensive mining expertise, representing entities in litigation concerning their mining interests, as well as advising on permitting and land entry issues. Its clients include a number of larger irrigation districts and canal companies. The firm has notable presence in both Boise and Twin Falls, but also benefits from the wider reach of offices in Seattle, Portland, Boston and Washington DC.

Parsons Behle & Latimer represented Liberty Lake Sewer & Water District in an appeal to the Washington State Pollution Control Hearings Board concerning the issuance of an NPDES Permit for Liberty's discharge to the Spokane River.