Business Details
Environmental Law Representation in Ronkonkoma, NY
For over three decades, Attorney's Environmental and Land Use Practice Group has provided dedicated legal representation to individuals, companies, municipalities, and community groups across Long Island, New York City, Westchester County, and Rockland County. Our attorneys combine extensive experience in criminal and civil litigation, trial and appellate work, and public and private legal practice to deliver responsive, cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs. With a focus on environmental law, land use matters, and complex municipal litigation, we prioritize client education and informed decision-making. Our team's expertise includes navigating environmental permits, defending administrative violations, and resolving Brownfields cleanup issues.Led by Frederick Eisenbud, whose career spans government service, private practice, and environmental law education, we offer a unique perspective that few practitioners can match. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through successful case outcomes, including precedent-setting environmental litigation and advocacy before regulatory agencies like the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. We serve as trusted counsel to municipalities and special counsel in environmental matters, combining legal acumen with a deep understanding of local regulatory landscapes. Our practice extends to civil litigation, insurance claims, and appellate work, ensuring comprehensive legal support for our clients.
Services
Environmental Litigation
Brownfields Cleanup
Environmental Permits
Municipal Litigation
Civil Litigation
Environmental Insurance Claims
Appellate Representation
Land Use Advocacy
SEQRA Compliance
Wetlands Regulation Defense
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in environmental and municipal law litigation.
- Our attorneys combine criminal and civil litigation expertise with public and private legal practice insights.
- We provide responsive, personalized service tailored to clients' specific needs and goals.
- Our team includes an adjunct professor of Environmental Law with extensive teaching experience.
- We successfully advocate before regulatory agencies and in precedent-setting environmental cases.
Services
Environmental Litigation
Our environmental litigation practice handles civil cost recovery claims, hazardous waste disputes, and environmental crimes defense. We represent clients in State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) challenges and federal/state regulatory enforcement actions. With decades of courtroom experience, we provide strategic defense and prosecution of complex environmental cases involving oil spills, contamination, and regulatory compliance.
Brownfields Cleanup
We assist clients with Brownfields site redevelopment, including permit acquisition and environmental liability mitigation. Our team navigates state and federal cleanup programs to facilitate commercial property transactions. We handle insurance claims related to contaminated properties and negotiate with regulatory agencies to achieve cost-effective remediation solutions for developers and property owners.
Municipal Litigation
Our municipal litigation practice includes Article 78 proceedings challenging zoning decisions and land use regulations. We represent developers in permit disputes and defend municipalities against land use challenges. The practice also covers civil rights claims under 42 U.S.C. 1983 and special counsel representation for local governments in environmental regulatory matters.
Environmental Permits
We handle permit acquisition and compliance issues under New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regulations. Our services include defending against permit denial challenges, resolving wetlands and tidal zone permit disputes, and negotiating consent orders for environmental violations. We assist with SEQRA compliance and environmental impact assessments for development projects.
Appellate Representation
With extensive appellate experience, we handle environmental and municipal law appeals in federal circuit courts and New York state appellate divisions. Our practice includes Supreme Court certiorari petitions and complex civil/criminal appeals involving environmental regulations, land use decisions, and constitutional challenges to local ordinances.
People
Frederick Eisenbud
Chair, Environmental & Land Use Practice Group
Frederick Eisenbud leads the Environmental & Land Use Practice Group with over 30 years of experience in environmental law, municipal litigation, and appellate practice. A former Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney and Touro Law School adjunct professor, he specializes in environmental permitting, Brownfields redevelopment, and regulatory compliance. He serves on the Hauppauge Industrial Association's Environmental Committee and lectures extensively on environmental law topics.
Questions
What environmental law services do you offer?
We handle environmental litigation, Brownfields cleanup, permit acquisition, municipal litigation, SEQRA compliance, wetlands regulation defense, and appellate representation in environmental matters.
Do you represent both private and public entities?
Yes, we represent individuals, corporations, municipalities, and community groups in environmental and land use matters across Long Island and New York State.
How do you handle permit denial cases?
We challenge improper permit denials through Article 78 proceedings and negotiate with regulatory agencies to resolve environmental permitting disputes efficiently.
Can you assist with Brownfields redevelopment?
Yes, we guide clients through Brownfields applications, environmental liability mitigation, and regulatory compliance for contaminated property redevelopment projects.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express for legal services rendered.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 631-738-9100 x339 or through our website contact form to schedule a consultation with our environmental law attorneys.
