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May 22, 2017 Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Lawyers Recognized in Who’s Who Legal 2017
Nine Farella Braun + Martel lawyers have been recommended by Who’s Who Legal 2017 as leading practitioners in their fields. Three attorneys earned recognition among Thought Leaders.   Deborah Ballati – Construction, Thought Leaders - Construction James Bruen...
October 7, 2015 Media Coverage
Calif. Gov. Signs Landmark Renewable Energy Bill
Law360 October 7, 2015 "Calif. Gov. Signs Landmark Renewable Energy Bill" David Lazerwitz, co-chair of Farella Braun + Martel's Renewable Energy Group, commented on the significance of California's landmark renewable energy bill, SB 350.  Mr. Lazerwitz told Law360  that "the increase...
May 31, 2013 Announcement
Unplugged: The Renewable Energy Speaker Series
California’s energy system is experiencing an exciting and rapid transformation in response to the state’s Renewables Portfolio Standard goal of 33% renewable generation by 2020. As a result, energy companies, attorneys, consultants and environmental organizations are actively working with...
February 15, 2013 Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel’s David Lazerwitz Named to LMG’s CleanTech 100
SAN FRANCISCO, February 15, 2013 – David Lazerwitz, environmental partner and co-chair of Farella Braun + Martel’s Renewable Energy and Clean Technologies Group, was named to the inaugural LMG Clean Technology & Renewable Energy guide’s CleanTech 100. The list...
February 15, 2011 Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Practice Area Leaders
SAN FRANCISCO, February 15, 2011 - Farella Braun + Martel announces new practice area leaders.  Partner Thomas Mayhew was named chair of the Business Litigation practice, Partner Samuel C. Dibble was named chair of the Business Transactions practice, Partner...
February 1, 2011 Media Coverage
Mojave Desert Getting New Limits
Daily Journal February 1, 2011 "Mojave Getting New Use Limits" Farella Braun + Martel's David Lazerwitz was quoted on the court ruling requiring greater protection against off-road vehicle abuse in the Mojave Desert.
April 30, 2010 Media Coverage
Stimulus Funds Keeping Lawyers Busy, Helping Them Hold Agencies Accountable
Daily Journal April 23, 2010 "Stimulus Funds Keeping Lawyers Busy, Helping Them Hold Agencies Accountable" Farella Braun + Martel's David Lazerwitz , an environmental attorney focused on renewable energy and clean technology work, is quoted on competitive timelines in order to receive...
April 29, 2010 Media Coverage
Sunny Skies for Lawyers Working Solar and Deals
The Recorder April 29, 2010 "Sunny skies for lawyers working solar and deals" Farella Braun + Martel's environmental attorney David Lazerwitz, focused on renewable energy and clean technology work, along with environmental partners Jon Benjamin and Skip Spaulding and Land Use Special...
March 4, 2010 Media Coverage
Farella Attorneys Receive Prestigious CLAY Award
California Lawyer March 2010 "California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year Awards" Farella Braun + Martel partner David J. Lazerwitz and associate Sky C. Stanfield were honored with California Lawyer magazine's Attorneys of the Year (CLAY) Award in the environmental...
December 21, 2009 Media Coverage
Permitting Poses Challenges To Renewable-Energy Projects
California Real Estate Journal December 21, 2009 "Permitting Poses Challenges To Renewable-Energy Projects: Despite California's leadership in sustainability, clean power developers face multiple regulatory hurdles" Farella Braun + Martel partner David Lazerwitz was quoted on the complexities of the...