Superfund Sites – In 1980 the United States Congress passed the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Also known as CERCLA or Superfund) in order to identify and address dangerous hazardous waste dumps. It also created a trust to help fund remedial efforts. Our firm bridges the gap between complex regulations, a client’s right to compensation, and regulatory communication and compliance throughout the clean-up process.
Regulatory Compliance – Today’s property owners face a myriad of multifaceted environmental regulations and rules. Johannessen & Associates, P.S. ensures clients maintain a status of compliance to avoid unnecessary burden and cost.
Construction Contracts – As environmental concerns increase, so too the need for sustainable construction. This requires careful planning and contracting to ensure agreements are fair and disperse potential liability appropriately. Johannessen & Associates, P.S. clients know that all contracts reviewed by our firm are of exceptional quality.
Environmental Due Diligence – Whether your company needs to develop updated Best Managed Practices, a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan, or simply wants a keen legal eye to review environmental policies, Johannessen & Associates, P.S. has you covered. With the best environmental consultants and attorneys in Seattle, we partner with clients to make certain due diligence is not only performed, but perfected.
Insurance Claims – In many cases, insurance can cover expenses incurred by environmental damages and remediation. Johannessen & Associates, P.S. identifies such policies that may be of benefit and sifts through client information to provide insurance agencies with sufficient evidence to prove coverage.
Environmental & Construction Litigation – Though Johannessen & Associates P.S. has proved time and again it’s resilience in negotiation and out-of-court settlements, there are times when litigation is the best option for a client. Case after case we have defended our clients’ interests to ensure the best result possible through the litigation process.