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Jennifer T. Nijman and E. Lynn Grayson Recognized as Top 250 Leading Lawyers in Illinois by Leading Lawyers
Nijman Franzetti is pleased to congratulate Jennifer T. Nijman and E. Lynn Grayson on being named among the Top 250 Leading Lawyers in Illinois for 2026. The special list, issued in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, honors…
Gov. Pritzker signs HB5070 into Law, Limiting the Pollution Control Board’s Future Regulations
By Drew Nishioka and Craig Thedwall On June 26, 2026, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 5070 into law. The legislation, now Public Act 104-0510, took effect immediately. It is a significant amendment to the Illinois Environmental Protection Act (the “Act”) that changes how…
Nijman Franzetti Receives Chambers 2026 Top Rankings for Environmental Law
Nijman Franzetti LLP is pleased to announce the firm’s recognition in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory featuring client-led intelligence on America’s leading lawyers for business. Nijman Franzetti was honored to be recognized with a Band 1 ranking for the…
EPA Proposes Amending Clean Air Act Regulations to Allow Construction of Non-Emitting Components Prior to Permit Issuance
By Craig Thedwall. On May 13, 2026, U.S. EPA issued its proposal to revise the New Source Review (NSR) regulations of the Clean Air Act to allow a major source of emissions to begin construction of non-emitting components or structures prior to obtaining a permit.…
Congratulations to Nijman Franzetti LLP’s Attorneys Named as 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Environmental Lawyers– The Green 500
We are pleased to share that attorneys from Nijman Franzetti LLP have been recognized in the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Environmental Lawyers – The Green 500. This prestigious guide highlights the top legal minds working to shape environmental and energy law—whether by guiding corporations in…