Public lands, energy, water and natural resources attorney. Emerging Colorado leader in carbon management and climate change issues.
Courtney Shephard counsels energy, mining and recreation companies on compliance with federal environmental laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, Clean Air Act and the Endangered Species Act, and assists clients with more localized development challenges, such as wildlife mitigation and co-development strategies. Courtney also counsels clients on methane and carbon management issues, including regulatory compliance, pore space leasing and Class VI permitting. She represents clients in development planning, permitting and rulemaking proceedings before the Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission and handles administrative appeals within the Bureau of Land Management and before the Interior Board of Land Appeals.
Additionally, Courtney works with Colorado municipalities, special districts and private companies on water supply and water-related infrastructure projects and represents clients in Colorado water court proceedings.
With an eye for upcoming regulatory priorities and emerging issues, Courtney draws on her multifaceted experience to develop creative solutions for her clients. She also has prior consulting and research experience in greenhouse gas footprinting and U.S. and international climate change policies.
Courtney serves as co-chair of the firm's Women's Leadership Initiative (WLI).