Brett H. Oberst

Brett H. Oberst

Environmental Law

4.0 (1 reviews)
Los Angeles, California
28+ years experience
Alston & Bird LLP
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350 South Grand Avenue, 51st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Bio

Brett Oberst leverages his more than 25 years of experience working with various industries to guide clients through complex environmental litigation and has resolved claims at all stages of litigation, including trial and appeal.A member of Alston & Bird’s Environment, Land Use & Natural Resources Group, Brett focuses on environmental law and representing clients in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings related to soil contamination, groundwater contamination, air emissions, vapor intrusion, solid and hazardous wastes, toxic tort claims, cost recovery claims, and Proposition 65 claims.Brett also represents and advises corporate and real estate clients on environmental issues, including in the context of mergers, joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions, financing, and leases. He has extensive experience conducting environmental due diligence, working with environmental consultants on performing environmental investigations (such as Phase I and II environmental site assessments), negotiating environmental terms in transactions, and counseling clients on complying with environmental laws and regulations. Brett Oberst leverages his more than 25 years of experience working with various industries to guide clients through complex environmental litigation and has resolved claims at all stages of litigation, including trial and appeal.A member of Alston & Bird’s Environment, Land Use & Natural Resources Group, Brett focuses on environmental law and representing clients in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings related to soil contamination, groundwater contamination, air emissions, vapor intrusion, solid and hazardous wastes, toxic tort claims, cost recovery claims, and Proposition 65 claims.Brett also represents and advises corporate and real estate clients on environmental issues, including in the context of mergers, joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions, financing, and leases. He has extensive experience conducting environmental due diligence, working with environmental consultants on performing environmental investigations (such as Phase I and II environmental site assessments), negotiating environmental terms in transactions, and counseling clients on complying with environmental laws and regulations. Brett Oberst leverages his more than 25 years of experience working with various industries to guide clients through complex environmental litigation and has resolved claims at all stages of litigation, including trial and appeal. A member of Alston & Bird’s Environment, Land Use & Natural Resources Group, Brett focuses on environmental law and representing clients in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings related to soil contamination, groundwater contamination, air emissions, vapor intrusion, solid and hazardous wastes, toxic tort claims, cost recovery claims, and Proposition 65 claims. Brett also represents and advises corporate and real estate clients on environmental issues, including in the context of mergers, joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions, financing, and leases. He has extensive experience conducting environmental due diligence, working with environmental consultants on performing environmental investigations (such as Phase I and II environmental site assessments), negotiating environmental terms in transactions, and counseling clients on complying with environmental laws and regulations.

Practice Areas

Environmental Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Environmental Law
  • Recognized: Litigation - Environmental

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013

Education

  • The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1997
  • Cornell University, BS, graduated 1994

Reviews

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Timothy Reed

2 weeks ago

A Trusted Guide Through Complex Environmental Litigation

Our manufacturing company retained Brett Oberst after receiving a significant enforcement action from a state regulatory agency concerning alleged soil and groundwater contamination at a legacy facility. The situation was fraught with technical complexities and potential for substantial penalties. Brett’s deep, 28-year background in environmental law was immediately evident. He didn't just understand the legal statutes; he grasped the intricate scientific and engineering aspects of our case, which was crucial. His recognition in both Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation by industry publications is clearly well-earned. Brett strategically guided us through the entire process, from the initial investigation and negotiation phases all the way to a favorable settlement just before trial, leveraging his extensive experience in resolving claims at every stage. His counsel was always measured, practical, and focused on achieving our business objectives while mitigating risk. The one area where we occasionally felt a slight delay was in email response times during particularly intense periods, though his team was always responsive. Overall, Brett’s expertise from his tenure at Alston & Bird and his pragmatic approach were invaluable. He is a formidable advocate who inspires confidence in high-stakes environmental matters.

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