Working with Government Agencies in Climate Change Law

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Working with Government Agencies in Climate Change Law is an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for interacting with government officials and clients during the recent and continuing evolution of climate change law. Featuring partners from some of the nations leading law firms, these experts guide the readers through the current revisions being made in this area and forecast what may be in store under the Obama administration. From Californias AB 32 statute to the U.S. Supreme Courts decision in Massachusetts v. Environmental Protection Agency, these authors explain the role of state government in developing climate change policy and anticipate the possibility of federal legislation in response to greenhouse gas emissions. These top lawyers reveal their advice for representing clients on issues relating to climate change, navigating challenges encountered when working with government agencies, understanding the attorneys role in enforcement procedures, and preparing for ongoing change. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating this rapidly-transforming area of law.