White & Case LLP International Law Firm, Global Law Practice -
Environment & Climate Change
We handle some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated matters
requiring the resolution of complex environmental issues. As
environmental risks and regulations become increasingly global, our
integrated practices around the world are a strategic asset for our
clients. We are well-equipped to assemble international teams of
experienced environmental lawyers on matters anywhere in the world,
whether handling cross-border transactions with assets in several
jurisdictions or advising global clients on the environmental
regulations relevant to their operations. The team handles a complete
range of environmental litigation and environmental issues arising in
transactions around the globe. Clients value our understanding of
regulatory standards and the ever-changing landscape, making our Firm
a market leader in environmental law. We offer well-grounded legal
advice and counsel in connection with compliance issues, corporate and
financial transactions, and disputes concerning environmental
requirements and potential environmental damages. We cover all aspects
of environmental law, including: Environmental litigation and
enforcement Environmental due diligence and transactional advice
Environmental compliance and regulatory advice European Union (EU)
environmental legislation and the legislative process Environmental
legislation and lobbying (globally) Climate change, renewable energy
and clean technology Environmental advice on infrastructure and
project development and finance International trade and the
environment As part of our practice, we assist clients in responding
to the full range of legal and business issues raised by global
climate change. Our lawyers have successfully represented clients
regarding greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy and clean
technology issues in matters across a wide variety of areas. The
global nature of our environmental practice and the constant
communication among its members allows us to exchange experiences from
our different jurisdictions with regard to green markets,
international or cross-border environmental liability, and other
matters with an international or comparative law relevance, giving us
a distinct advantage over local environmental firms. View all lawyers
in Environment & Climate Change AWARDS "This is an excellent firm
with depth of service, but also it provides the whole range of legal
services from the regulatory advice through to the administrative or
[litigation matters]."Chambers Europe 2014 "Renowned for its
outstanding environmental litigation practice, acting on a broad range
of matters…"Chambers USA 2014 "Group of attorneys who 'exhibit the
highest qualities you could possibly want for environmental issues,
including associated litigation'"The Legal 500 – United States 2014
Highly recommended firm in environmental and planning lawJUVE German
Commercial Law Firms 2014 First Tier—Environmental Law, United
StatesUS News & World Report—Best Lawyers/Best Law Firms 2014
