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Dedicated Environmental Law Counsel in Indianapolis
Hatchett and Hauck LLP is a premier boutique law firm in Indianapolis, Indiana, devoted exclusively to environmental law and regulatory compliance. Founded in 2004, the firm has established itself as one of the largest purely environmental legal practices in the Midwest. The attorneys at Hatchett and Hauck bring a wealth of experience from large private firms, regulatory agencies, and industry backgrounds, allowing them to offer practical and sophisticated solutions to complex environmental challenges. If you are a business owner, developer, or municipality needing to find an attorney who can navigate the intricate web of state and federal environmental regulations, this firm provides the specialized expertise necessary for success.
Focused Environmental Practice
Unlike general practice firms, Hatchett and Hauck focuses 100% of its energy on environmental matters. This singular focus ensures that their clients receive the most up-to-date and effective legal advice. Their primary areas of service include:
- Regulatory Compliance: Advising clients on the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and hazardous waste regulations (RCRA).
- Environmental Litigation: Representing clients in enforcement actions, cost recovery suits, and toxic tort defense.
- Brownfields and Redevelopment: assisting developers in transforming contaminated properties into productive assets through the Voluntary Remediation Program.
- Transactional Support: Conducting due diligence and negotiating environmental terms in mergers, acquisitions, and real estate deals.
- Permitting: Helping industrial clients obtain and maintain necessary air, water, and waste permits.
A Team of Experts
The firm’s partners, including David Hatchett and Jim Hauck, are recognized leaders in the field. They have been named to the Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers lists, reflecting their high standing among peers. The firm adopts a collaborative approach, working closely with technical consultants and engineers to solve problems efficiently. Located on West Market Street, steps from the Indiana Statehouse and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), the firm is perfectly positioned to advocate for its clients. Whether you are facing a Notice of Violation or looking to order a lawyer for a complex site remediation project, Hatchett and Hauck LLP offers the deep knowledge and strategic insight required to achieve your goals.
Specializing In
Environmental Law, Regulatory Compliance, Brownfields Redevelopment, Environmental Litigation, Permitting
Address & Location
Centrally located in the Mile Square district of downtown Indianapolis, situated directly across the street from the Indiana State House.
Building Location
The firm’s offices are located in the prominent ISTA Center (also known as the ISTA Building), a well-established ten-story office building situated at the intersection of Capitol Avenue and Market Street, near landmarks like the Indiana State House and the on-site Lincoln Square Pancake House.
Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of the wheelchair-accessible ISTA Center. Take the elevator up to the 2nd floor, and you will find the office entrance in Suite 200.
Parking Details
On-site surface parking is available behind the building for $15 per day, with additional parking options at the nearby North Capitol Surface Lot or the covered Senate Avenue Garage.
Public Transit
Served by IndyGo Route 90 (Red Line); nearest stop is at Statehouse.
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