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Practice Area

Environmental Litigation & Enforcement

With today’s rapidly evolving rules of engagement, paired with the often contentious nature of environmental disputes, clients rely on Winston for our practical experience and substantive knowledge of the broad-ranging issues involved in environmental litigation, enforcement, and investigations....Read more

Practice Area

Environmental

Winston’s Environmental Practice brings decades of experience to our clients. Chaired by Eleni Kouimelis, former assistant regional counsel with USEPA Region 5, our Environmental Practice provides comprehensive services to clients around the globe....Read more

Insights & News 37 results

Winston’s Environmental Law Update

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January 20, 2026

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5 Min Read

PFAS News for The New Year

As 2026 gets underway, the PFAS regulatory landscape remains active at both the federal and state levels.

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September 18, 2023

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6 Min Read

What New EPA Enforcement Initiatives Mean For Industry

This article was originally published in Law360. Any opinions in this article are not those of Winston & Strawn or its clients. The opinions in this article are the authors’ opinions only....Read more

Winston’s Environmental Law Update

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August 28, 2023

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5 Min Read

EPA Enforcement Will Focus On Climate Change and PFAS

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that climate change and PFAS will be a focus of investigation and enforcement in coming years. The oil and gas, chemical, and waste-related industries should take note. EPA’s national enforcement and compliance initiatives (NECIs) for fiscal years 2024-2027,[1]announced on August 17, 2023, include climate change, PFAS, and coal ash contamination among six priority areas for enforcement. EPA will also continue to prioritize reducing air toxics in overburdened communities, increasing compliance with drinking water standards, and chemical accident risk reduction.

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Chicago

Founded in 1853, Winston & Strawn is one of the largest and oldest law firms in Chicago. The office is home to 290+  lawyers distributed across 20 practice areas. Our Chicago lawyers represent 90 companies in the Fortune 500 and are recognized in all the major directories and award competitions. They also are heavily invested in pro bono causes, having dedicated 19,000+ hours in 2024 to various pro bono organizations. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, they are hardworking, compassionate, and collaborative. Our Chicago office also takes immense pride in fostering a collegial atmosphere that influences every aspect of our culture. From weekly Starbucks Socials, where colleagues gather to connect over coffee and conversation, to ping pong tournaments that ignite friendly competition, to volunteer opportunities around the city, we celebrate the camaraderie and sense of community that unite us. This not only enhances collaboration and teamwork but creates a supportive environment that inspires us to excel in our professional pursuits....Read more

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Washington, DC

Winston & Strawn’s Washington, D.C. office—the first outside of Chicago—opened its doors in 1970. The office is home to 75+ lawyers, many of whom are nationally recognized and award-winning, with experience navigating clients through regulatory and enforcement issues as well as complicated governmental processes. Located in the center of the nation’s capital, the D.C. office assists clients at the intersection of business, government, and law. We represent 75+ Fortune 500 companies and employ eight lawyers with prior government experience. The office also boasts a nationally ranked eDiscovery group known for providing a full-service practice....Read more

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San Francisco

Opened in 2003, Winston & Strawn’s San Francisco office is located in the financial district, just down the road from the Bay Area’s technology epicenter. Our team—now 25+ lawyers strong—keeps a finger on the pulse of the rapidly evolving financial services and technology sectors, and offers support across a wide spectrum of services, including antitrust/competition, commercial litigation and disputes, government investigations and compliance, intellectual property, labor and employment, mergers and acquisitions, and product liability. The San Francisco team works seamlessly with lawyers and departments across the firm’s global network to ensure the highest quality service to our clients. With a culture that represents the Bay Area’s innovative spirit, our lawyers are regularly honored with high-profile awards and frequently recognized by publications, such as Chambers USA, The American Lawyer, the Daily Journal, and The Recorder....Read more
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