Endangered Species Act (ESA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA), and state counterparts
We advise clients on federal and state protected species frameworks, including legislative and regulatory developments, consultation and permitting processes, and managing surveys and studies for protected species impact assessments. We have extensive experience in developing habitat conservation plans, crafting innovative and cost-effective approaches to complex biological and regulatory issues, such as take estimation, monitoring regimes and mitigation strategies. We have notable experience with species-related requirements for wind power, solar power, hydropower, mining operations, and pipelines.
NEPA counseling is a cornerstone of our practice. We advise clients on regulatory requirements and strategies for efficiently completing the NEPA review process while balancing stakeholder feedback.
We help clients address historic and cultural resources encountered during project permitting and development, minimizing delays and interruptions.
We have extensive experience with land exchanges and managing responsibilities for projects affecting public lands, adding an additional layer of complexity to project development.
