Environmental Concerns

Mediation by a professional is often the most appropriate technique for environmental disputes because the parties often have no prior negotiating relationship.

Environmental due diligence in real estate transactions involves the assessment of known, potential, and contingent environmental liabilities and obligations associated with a parcel of property to be acquired. Often, the purchaser will sign a purchase and sale agreement in advance of conducting its due diligence, essentially agreeing to purchase the property “as is/where is”. However, if the environmental due diligence does not meet the purchaser’s requirements or expectations, a dispute can arise.

Mediation by a professional such as Gary is often the most appropriate technique for environmental disputes because the parties often have no prior negotiating relationship. Because there exists many technical and scientific uncertainties, the assistance of a qualified professional is helpful.

Gary has experience in environmental due diligence including groundwater contamination, subsurface contamination, hazardous building materials, including asbestos and lead-based paints, wetlands, etc. He draws upon his expertise to help parties reach a voluntary settlement.