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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Recognition
Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
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Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
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Partner Meghan Greenfield Quoted in Law360
Partner Meghan Greenfield was recently quoted in a Law360 article, where she shared insights on how federal agencies with environmental responsibilities are using AI tools. The use of AI in agency work is facing uncertainty as attorneys say information about exactly why, how, and when AI tools are being used has been hard to obtain, leaving attorneys to question the tools effectiveness and shortcomings. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Department of the Interior and the Department
Brian Scarbrough and Arie Feltman-Frank to Speak at AWMA’s Environmental Briefing Webinar
Partner Brian Scarbrough and Associate Arie Feltman-Frank will present at the Environmental Briefing Webinar hosted by the Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA) on May 13.
Former EPA Senior Litigation Counsel Meghan Greenfield Joins Jenner & Block
Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Meghan Greenfield has joined the firm as a partner in the Washington, DC office. Meghan brings a wealth of knowledge from her role as Senior Counsel for Litigation in the Office of General Counsel at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), where she oversaw major litigation and regulatory matters related to the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, waste and toxic chemicals laws, and energy transition policies.
Recognitions
Jenner & Block Named to The American Lawyer’s A-List
Jenner & Block has been named to The American Lawyer’s 2024 A-List, an annual list highlighting the 20 most well-rounded firms according to both financial and cultural criteria.
American Constitution Society’s Chicago Chapter Honors Bob Graham with Abner Mikva Award
Of Counsel Bob Graham will be honored with the 2023 Abner J. Mikva Award at the American Constitution Society (ACS) Chicago chapter’s annual Legal Legends Luncheon on September 12. The award recognizes Chicago-area lawyers and judges who have made extraordinary contributions to progressive legal causes.
2023 Chambers USA Recognizes 33 Practice Areas, 66 Lawyers from Jenner & Block
Jenner & Block has been recognized as a leading firm in 33 practice areas in the 2023 edition of Chambers USA. The recognition includes practice rankings in 10 national and 23 state categories.
Publications
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is generating unprecedented demand for data center infrastructure, and an equally fast-moving wave of energy, environmental, and insurance risks.
“Federal Preemption as a Vehicle to Supreme Court Review of Climate Change Cases,” For the Defense
In an article featured in the Defense Research Institute’s (DRI) flagship publication For the Defense, Partner Steven Siros, Special Counsel Anand Viswanathan, and Associate Arie Feltman-Frank provide insight into climate change lawsuits moving through state courts and discuss how the adjudication of federal preemption defenses might serve as a vehicle to Supreme Court review.
“Federal Preemption as a Vehicle to Supreme Court Review of Climate Change Cases,” Trends
In their article for Trends, the journal of the American Bar Association’s Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources, Partner Steven Siros, Special Counsel Anand Viswanathan, and Associate Arie Feltman-Frank highlight implications of climate change lawsuits that are proceeding in state courts across the country.
Client Alerts
Supreme Court Grants Certiorari in Boulder Climate Case — What Comes Next?
On February 23, 2026, the US Supreme Court granted certiorari in Board of County Commissioners of Boulder County v. Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) Inc., No. 25-170, agreeing to hear a case that has drawn the attention of the energy industry, environmental advocates, and the federal government alike. This appeal arises from a 2018 Colorado state court lawsuit brought by the City of Boulder and Boulder County (together, Boulder) against Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil, seeking damages for alleged injuries re
OSHA’s Deregulatory Agenda Takes Shape
On July 1, 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published twenty-five proposed rules and one final rule taking actions that include limiting OSHA’s application of the General Duty Clause, removing respiratory protection medical requirements, and eliminating dozens of other regulatory requirements that the agency contends are outdated or duplicative. Many of these actions are in response to President Trump’s Executive Order 14192, entitled “Unleashing Prosperity Through
US Supreme Court Rules Against EPA in Clean Water Act Permitting Dispute
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the City and County of San Francisco in a case against the US Environmental Protection Agency involving the scope of the Clean Water Act. See City & Cty. of San Francisco v. Environmental Protection Agency, No. 23-753 (Mar. 4, 2025). At issue was the Clean Water Act’s discharge permitting program. Specifically, the issue was whether the Clean Water Act allows permits to include limits that are based on the quality of the receiving water, or whether all permit
Events
Partner Rich Bulger Speaks at Beard Group's Class Action Money & Ethics Conference
On May 21, Partner Rich Bulger participated as a panelist at the Beard Group's 10th Annual Class Action Money & Ethics Conference in New York City.
On May 4, Jenner & Block's Chicago office will host the Air and Waste Management Association (AWMA) – Lake Michigan States Section's annual waste conference. AWMA is an international organization of environmental professionals dedicated to advancing environmental knowledge and practice through education and collaboration. Associate Daniel Robertson served on this year’s conference planning committee.
Partner Steve Siros to Speak at LexMundi 2026 Energy and Environmental Meeting in London
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, Environmental and Workplace Health and Safety Partner Steve Siros will speak at the 2026 Energy and Environmental Meeting in London.