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J. Kemper Will

Of Counsel

J. Kemper Will began his environmental practice more than 50 years ago, when the environmental field was nascent, as an attorney with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in Washington D.C. and Denver. In addition to being one of the most experienced “Superfund” lawyers in the United States, he has represented hundreds of parties regarding Brownfields and contaminated property transactions. His Superfund and Brownfields projects have been nationwide.

Kemper has handled regulatory matters under all the federal and state environmental laws. He has also been involved in numerous environmental litigation cases and has served as mediator, arbitrator, and expert witness in environmental disputes.

Kemper has managed Brownfields projects since 1991 and has deep experience in all aspects of Brownfields redevelopment. Subject properties have included industrial, commercial, recycling, shopping centers, mining, municipal, military, oil and gas, and urban centers.

Education

J.D., Georgetown University Law Center, Washington, DC, 1973
M.S., University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, 1968, Biology and Education
B.A., Spring Hill College, 1966, Biology and Philosophy

Recognitions

  • Martindale-Hubbell av (preeminent)
  • Named The Best Lawyers in America – Environmental Law and Litigation
  • Named Best Lawyers in America, Lawyer of the Year – Denver Area – Environmental Law (2013 and 2019)
  • Listed as Chambers USA “Senior Statesman” (2007)

Memberships

  • American Bar Association, Natural Resources Section
  • Colorado Bar Association, Environmental Law Section
  • Denver Bar Association
  • Co-Founder and Original Director: Colorado Environmental Management Society
  • Former Fellow, American Academy of Trial Counsel

State Bar Licenses

Colorado

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