Author Description
Michael O’Connell’s practice focuses on natural resources, environmental, energy and Indian law. Michael has assisted industrial, manufacturing, commercial, forestry and other clients with stormwater, endangered species, wetlands, water quality certifi cation, coastal zone management, essential fish habitat, wild and scenic rivers, cultural resources, fossils, and historic properties protection and water rights matters, including related due diligence, compliance, permitting, transactions and litigation. In energy matters, Michael has assisted clients in the acquisition and siting of facilities, licensing hydroelectric facilities under the Federal Power Act and exploration and development projects. Michael draws on twenty seven plus years experience in Indian law to assist a broad array of clients involved in federal Indian and tribal law matters, including natural resources and environmental permitting for projects on and outside Indian reservations. Michael received his J.D. from the University of Denver College of Law.
