Permit Litigation and Enforcement Defense

We advise clients at every stage in the life cycle of a permit dispute or enforcement case, from responding to information requests or notices of violation from government agencies to full-scale trials in federal court. We are also well-versed in out-of-court and pretrial dispute resolution, and have settled numerous enforcement cases with federal and state regulators involving water, air, remediation, and workplace safety issues.

Services

Experience on Both Sides of the “V”
Did your neighbor spill hazardous waste onto your property? Did you accidentally spill hazardous waste onto your neighbor’s property? Either way, we’ve got experience in helping resolve the issue. By understanding how both plaintiffs and defendants think, we anticipate arguments and identify issues before they become problems.

Accidents Happen
We get it. Despite your best efforts, your facility is having trouble meeting permit limits, or a best management practice doesn’t go as planned. The Headwaters team has the experience to help you navigate any resulting legal issues.

Experts in Expert Management
Environmental litigation cases are often won or lost on the quality of expert testimony. We pride ourselves in working with experts to effectively communicate complicated scientific and environmental matters to a mediator, judge, or jury. Find out more about our expertise in expert management.

Comprehensive Case Management
Because we take the time to learn our clients’ businesses and understand their goals, we try to foresee potential issues before they arise. Even if a litigation matter is unexpected or you call us to help in a crisis, we are ready to handle your case from soup to nuts — initial filings to settlement —with care and precision.