Budd-Falen Law Offices, LLC - Cheyenne, WY

Defenders of Property Rights and Natural Resources

Budd-Falen Law Offices, LLC is a nationally recognized legal practice based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, often referred to as 'Attorneys for the West.' Founded in 1992 by Frank Falen and Karen Budd-Falen, the firm has built a formidable reputation for protecting the rights of rural landowners, ranchers, and local governments. Karen Budd-Falen, who served in the Reagan Administration and later as a Deputy Solicitor in the Department of the Interior, brings high-level federal experience to the firm's private practice. The firm is dedicated to preserving the rural way of life, ensuring that agricultural operations and private property rights are not trampled by federal overreach or excessive regulation.

Specialized Legal Advocacy

The firm occupies a unique niche in the legal market, focusing heavily on environmental and land use law. Key areas of practice include:

• Federal Lands and Environmental Litigation: Representing clients in disputes involving the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and the Clean Water Act (CWA).
• Private Property Rights: Defending landowners against eminent domain, zoning restrictions, and regulatory takings.
• Energy and Easements: Negotiating oil, gas, wind, and solar leases, as well as pipeline easements, to ensure landowners receive fair terms.
• Estate Planning: Assisting ranching and farming families with generational transitions to keep the land in the family.

Deep Roots in Wyoming

With roots tracing back five generations in Wyoming ranching, the attorneys at Budd-Falen Law Offices understand the personal and economic stakes involved in their cases. They do not just practice law; they live the lifestyle they defend. This authentic connection to the land and the community allows them to provide empathetic and effective representation. If you need to find a lawyer who will fight for your land and your legacy against powerful government agencies or corporations, Budd-Falen Law Offices is the premier choice in the region.

Downtown Cheyenne Location

The firm is located on East 18th Street in downtown Cheyenne. Situated in a professional building near the corner of House Avenue, the office is easily accessible and located just blocks from the courts and other government buildings. The location reflects the firm's standing as a pillar of the local legal and agricultural community.