Washington, D.C., March 24, 2023 – Earth & Water Law, LLC (E&W Law) announced today the addition of Jeff Longsworth to the partnership. Jeff’s practice is focused on Clean Water Act (CWA) matters, especially those issues involving permitting, stormwater, effluent limitations guidelines, enforcement, inspections and spill prevention across local, regional and national platforms. Jeff has since expanded his CWA practice into related and overlapping areas, including emerging contaminants, sustainability and energy efficiency.
“Jeff has been a close friend and colleague for years. He is a passionate litigator and tireless advocate for his clients. His reputation amongst regulators and the regulated entities he represents is unmatched,” said Brent Fewell, Founder and Chairman of E&W Law.
“I’m thrilled to join E&W Law and be part of the firm’s collaborative culture and unique business model,” said Longsworth. “My CWA practice and focus on emerging contaminants fits nicely within the firm’s growing offering within this particular area. I believe this is a great move for me, and also for my clients.”
Longsworth serves as special environmental counsel to numerous national trade associations, Fortune 500 companies, industries, coalitions, airports, state and municipal government agencies, and other regulated parties before federal and state regulatory and enforcement authorities. In particular, he assists clients in comprehensive, ongoing investigations of possible PFAS contamination at numerous facilities.
Jeff is a frequent speaker, educator, writer and media commentator on environmental law. He graduated from Amherst College and received his J.D. from The Catholic University of America, where he was a member of the Law Review. For his full bio and list of accomplishments, please visit the E&W Law website.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., E&W Law offers its clients a unique business model with the experience and skill of a traditional law firm, but without the costly overhead. The firm offers expertise that lies at the intersection of legal and strategic business counseling, help its clients stay ahead of the ever-growing legal and regulatory challenges facing all companies, regardless of their size or location.