Demonstrating extensive expertise in environmental legislation, contaminated land regime and REACH regulatory issues, the Birmingham-based Squire Patton Boggs practice frequently advises chemical manufacturers and major housebuilders. The firm’s lawyers focus exclusively on environmental and associated regulatory law, with Dave Gordon being a national expert in dealing with environmental compliance, sustainability and contentious environment liability claims. From Manchester, Rob Elvin heads the team, specialising in environmental warranty, pollution and civil cases, whilst Gary Lewis is knowledgeable on health and safety litigation affairs. Birmingham-based Anita Lloyd concentrates on chemical regulation and product compliance matters, and Caroline Almond is also highlighted as key.
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Key clients
- ZF Group
- Ashland Chemicals
- ZF Friedrichshafen
- Kobayashi
- Knighthead Capital
Work highlights
- Advising ZF Friedrichshafen (ZF) on a wide range of chemical regulatory matters relating to the ECHA proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) substances, and its effect on ZF’s activities in the EU.
- Assisting an international packaging products company with the preparation of a report analysing applicable packaging producer responsibility obligations in 10 jurisdictions.
- Advising a global technology company in relation to qualification for and compliance with various environmental and sustainability regulatory requirements.
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Practice head
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Rob Elvin