Buck assists clients from numerous industries navigate regulatory, transactional, and litigation challenges arising in the complex and dynamic environmental law landscape. From identifying environmental issues and crafting unique mitigation strategies to advising clients on enforcement and compliance matters, Buck is results-driven and has a reputation for efficiency, thoroughness, and client care.
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Buck counsels major financial institutions with respect to risk management and mitigation of environmental issues identified in large loan and commercial mortgage portfolios. Buck also helps electric utilities, waste companies, and other industries address the unique environmental challenges they face. His experience spans multiple statutory and regulatory schemes, including RCRA, CERCLA, the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, the Coal Combustion Residuals Rule, and their state counterparts.
As part of a full range of services, Buck:
In his pro bono work, Buck has helped young children facing deportation gain asylum.
Before joining Troutman Pepper, Buck was an Analyst for the Georgia House of Representatives Budget and Research Office. There, he specialized in natural resources and environmental policy.
Environmental Law and Policy Monitor
09.08.23
New York’s Spill Reporting Revisions Could Significantly Impact Environmental Due Diligence
Environmental Law and Policy Monitor
07.21.23
NYSDEC Sends Letter Outlining Upcoming BCP Submittal Milestones
Articles + Publications
08.11.22
Air & Climate Report: August 2022
Articles + Publications
04.27.22
Air & Climate Report: April 2022
Articles + Publications
02.03.22
Air & Climate Report: February 2022
Environmental Law and Policy Monitor
01.14.22
EPA Announces Key CCR Policy Amid Alternative Closure Determinations