Natural Resources
For companies in natural resource industries like mining, agriculture, oil and gas, and renewable energy, navigating the web of environmental regulations can be daunting. State and federal rules are dense, complex, and constantly shifting. Permitting and compliance require expertise across a spectrum of environmental law specialties. And public scrutiny of these industries makes missteps highly visible.
Our highly skilled and knowledgeable team of attorneys brings together the full range of environmental law capabilities to serve natural resource companies. We handle permitting, compliance counseling, enforcement defense, legislative monitoring, and environmental litigation relating to:
- Air emissions
- Water usage and discharges
- Waste management
- Site remediation
- Land use and reclamation
- Toxic tort litigation
- Project development and financing
With attorneys experienced in appearing before regulatory agencies, our group has the relationships and technical knowledge to solve problems creatively at the administrative level. And we litigate aggressively when negotiations fail.
On the legislative front, we monitor proposals, provide input on draft bills and rules, and advocate for outcomes that allow responsible natural resource development. Our attorneys have held key positions at agencies like the Railroad Commission and Attorney General’s Office.
Our Natural Resources Industry Group provides experienced counsel across the range of environmental practice areas. But just as importantly, we understand our clients’ industries and objectives. By aligning legal strategies with business goals, we enable natural resource companies to manage environmental issues efficiently and successfully. With us as guides, clients can concentrate on the business of safely developing energy, minerals, agriculture, and other natural resources to meet societal needs.
March 6, 2025
Insights
U.S. Supreme Court Limits EPA’s Wastewater Permitting Authority in Major Clean Water Act Decision
By Leonard H. Dougal and Alicia French
On March 4, 2025, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision in City and County of San Francisco v. Environmental Protection Agency, which restricted the scope of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (“EPA”) permitting authority under the Clean Water Act (“CWA”).
February 24, 2025
Attorney News
Lawdragon Names 15 Jackson Walker Partners Among Leading Energy Lawyers of 2025
According to Lawdragon, the Energy 500 list “reflects the historic strength of a handful of firms in this area, as well as the incursions the global powerhouses have made establishing Energy as a mainstay of their practices.”
February 7, 2025
Speaking Engagements
John Holden and Travis Wussow to Present at 14th Annual Energy Law Symposium
Jackson Walker partners John B. Holden, Jr. and Travis Wussow will be featured panelists at the 14th Annual Energy Law Symposium, presented by Texas A&M University School of Law, scheduled for February 13-14, 2025.
January 31, 2025
Attorney News
Lawdragon Lists Eight Jackson Walker Partners Among Leading Environmental Lawyers of 2025
Jackson Walker partners Ali Abazari, Leonard Dougal, Taylor Holcomb, Lindsey Moorhead, Michael Nasi, Benjamin Rhem, Daniel Vineyard, and Peter Wahl have once again been recognized among Lawdragon’s list of leading environmental lawyers.
January 31, 2025
Insights
What’s Next for Energy Policy after President Trump’s Executive Orders?
By Travis Wussow & Michael J. Nasi
On his first day in office, President Trump signed an historic number of executive orders, many of which were focused on energy policy issues. These orders provided a clear signal of President Trump’s policies and policy directives to federal agencies over the coming months. The two most consequential energy-related executive orders were an order titled “Declaring a National Energy Emergency” and an order titled “Unleashing American Energy”.
January 8, 2025
Speaking Engagements
Lynn Sherman to Speak at 26th Annual Changing Face of Water Law Course
Jackson Walker partner Lynn Sherman will be a featured speaker at the 26th Annual Changing Face of Water Law Course. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort in San Antonio on February 20-21, 2025.
November 26, 2024
Speaking Engagements
Lynn Sherman to Speak at TexasBarCLE’s Advanced Real Estate Strategies Course
Jackson Walker partner Lynn Sherman will be a panelist at the 18th Annual Advanced Real Estate Strategies Course, hosted by the TexasBarCLE.
October 22, 2024
Attorney News
Catherine (Cathy) Garza Joins Jackson Walker’s Electric Regulatory Practice
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Catherine (Cathy) Garza has joined as an attorney in our Chambers-ranked Electric Regulatory practice in our Austin office. Cathy regularly advises clients in the electricity sector, including investor-owned utilities, power generation companies, retail electric providers, and developers, on regulatory and commercial litigation, as well as compliance issues.
October 9, 2024
Speaking Engagements
Michael Nasi to Present at Carbon Capture Summit USA
Jackson Walker partner Michael J. Nasi will present at the Carbon Capture Summit USA 2024 Exhibition & Conference. His presentation will focus on key aspects of carbon capture and storage commercialization.
September 23, 2024
Speaking Engagements
Michael Nasi Moderates Power Generation CEO Panel with focus on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Jackson Walker partner Michael J. Nasi will moderate a panel discussion at the Southern States Energy Board’s 64th Annual Meeting, taking place from September 22-24 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.