Bridging the gap to resolve your problem

I mediate and arbitrate complex or contentious environmental matters, using my 40 years of experience as an environmental lawyer and 10 years of mediating environmental cases to help people reach resolution efficiently and effectively.

A fresh approach

After years of being on the advocate’s side of the table, I believe that clients benefit most from a neutral who has substantive expertise, a party-focused approach honed by years in private practice, and a demeanor and style that diminish the stress points in a potentially contentious process.

No conflicts

I am fully retired from Sidley Austin. I have no financial interest in the firm or in the future fees paid by any of its clients, including those clients for whom I was the relationship partner or did work while in private practice.

What this means for you is that I have no conflicts to clear as an ethical matter on my part. I am, however, always willing to discuss my past work (subject to the need to preserve client confidences) so that you can make your own assessment about my ability to be impartial.

Rates

I set rates on a matter-by-matter basis. For environmental matters, where I bring substantial expertise and experience, my rate is $6,750 per session. Pre- or post-session prep time and follow-up are billed at $840 an hour.

There are matters that justify a lower rate, for example where a government agency or a nonprofit is involved, or where the issues are interesting but the monetary stakes are low. I am happy to discuss a rate adjustment in such matters.

How I can help