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SPR Principal Steven Barshov to Speak About Novel Issues In Municipal Land Use Regulation

June 27, 2022

On June 30, 2022, SPR Principal Steven Barshov will speak in a Strafford Live CLE Webinar entitled “Municipal Land Use Regulation: Challenging Historic Notions of the Public’s Best Interests and Zoning Changes.” Registration is available HERE. Steven will discuss provocative and novel issues facing cities or counties hoping to change often-Byzantine land use laws on…

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Sive, Paget & Riesel presents “Careers in Environmental Law: An Introduction for Law Students.”

June 16, 2022

Sive, Paget & Riesel presents “Careers in Environmental Law: An Introduction for Law Students.” Join us (virtually) on June 23 from 12-1 PM to hear a panel of environmental attorneys from the private, government, and non-profit sectors describe their current practice and their career paths. Learn about the breadth of practice areas within environmental law.…

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SPR Welcomes Aaron Goldman As An Associate

June 1, 2022

SPR is very pleased to welcome Aaron B. Goldman to the firm. Aaron focuses his practice on environmental review of development projects, land use issues, and regulatory compliance counseling. His experience includes advising clients with respect to environmental due diligence for real estate acquisitions and compliance with complex lead-based paint regulations, as well as working with property owners…

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SPR Principal Daniel Riesel to Speak About Negotiating Consent Decrees for Environmental Violations

May 20, 2022

On June 21, 2022, SPR Principal Daniel Riesel will speak in a Strafford Live CLE Webinar entitled “Negotiating Consent Decrees for Environmental Violations: Critical Strategies for Modifying and Managing Compliance.” Registration is available HERE. The program will provide information and insights for lawyers negotiating settlements of environmental violations, with a focus on strategies for drafting…

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SPR Attorneys Recognized for Excellence by Super Lawyers Magazine

April 1, 2022

Sive, Paget and Riesel attorneys earned multiple accolades in this year’s Super Lawyers rankings for the Top Women Attorneys in New York. Elizabeth Knauer, Joyce E. Kung, and Christine M. Leas were recognized in the environmental practice area. Pamela R. Esterman was recognized in the alternative dispute resolution practice area. Two SPR attorneys were listed as Rising…

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SPR Welcomes Evan Preminger As An Associate

January 28, 2022

SPR is very pleased to welcome Evan Preminger to the firm. Evan focuses his practice on the full range of environmental and land use matters, representing clients in litigation arising under Superfund, toxic tort, and the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act. He also provides environmental support for real estate, corporate, brownfield cleanup, renewable…

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