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PFAS Press is a law blog aimed at keeping you informed on the latest federal and state regulations on PFAS chemicals.
Akin combines scientific knowledge and a strong understanding of the pesticide and chemical statutes, regulatory programs and exemplary litigation experience to assist clients throughout their engagement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including product approval and registration (or reregistration), compliance assistance and, when necessary, through the resolution of environmental enforcement action.
We assist chemical, energy and crop management and other industry players in maintaining compliance within a quickly shifting regulatory framework.
A Renowned Chemicals & Pesticides Legal Team
Akin's environmental team helps clients establish rigorous programs that meet complex regulations while staying aligned with business strategies. We also advise industry-wide coalitions on presenting their messages to key regulators and lawmakers. Our environmental law team includes former regulators who understand the inner workings of the EPA and the development of regulations—including having assisted the EPA in its technical advice on the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act.
Stacey Mitchell
Partner and Co-lead, ESG & Climate Change, Akin
Stacey’s practice includes providing strategic advice to domestic and international companies and funds on a wide range of environmental regulatory and policy matters, including climate change risk, environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations and compliance assistance.
Partner and Head of Environment & Natural Resources, Akin
David advises lenders, sellers and buyers on evaluating the environmental liabilities associated with commercial, multifamily and industrial transactions. He develops solutions that are cost-effective and realistic for clients (whether lenders, buyers or sellers) relative to the value of the property or portfolio.
Akin, an Elite Global Law Firm
Akin is a leading law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.