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Gordon Atkinson
Partner—San Francisco, CA

Kathleen Goodhart
Partner, Practice Group Chair—San Francisco, CA

Beatriz Mejia
Associate—San Francisco, CA


Ashley Kanigher



Cooley Godward Kronish has a comprehensive Environmental practice, and our attorneys have experience with a wide range of issues, including disputes between private parties and with environmental agencies, environmental risk analysis and assistance with regulatory compliance. Our litigation practice includes:
  • Contesting and responding to agency orders
  • Representing plaintiffs and defendants on soil and groundwater contamination claims, including related air emission issues and related insurance actions
  • Assisting with alleged CERCLA (Superfund), RCRA, Proposition 65, Clean Water Act and other statutory violations
  • Pursuing and defending against claims of alleged exposure to hazardous materials, including chemicals, mold, bacteria, radioactive materials, asbestos and lead paint
  • Representing clients in pursuit and defense of claims arising under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
On the counseling side, we: 
  • Advise clients regarding environmental risks and risk prevention
  • Offer due diligence support and strategic advice on corporate transactions involving current or potential environmental liabilities 
  • Advise on Brownfield developments
  • Assist with developing environmental management systems and responding to compliance concerns
  • Interface with environmental consultants and regulatory agencies
  • Assist and advise clients in obtaining insurance for environmental risks and contamination cleanup 
  • Represent clients seeking insurance claims reimbursement


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