Tamara Farber

Expert guidance on a complex land use and contamination matter

I engaged Tamara Farber at Miller Thomson LLP for a highly sensitive matter involving potential soil contamination on a commercial property I was purchasing in Jacksonville. The transaction was at risk of falling through, and the environmental due diligence was overwhelming. Tamara’s deep, 11-year background in Environmental Law was immediately evident. She didn't just review the Phase I report; she explained the regulatory landscape from the Florida DEP to federal implications in a way that was clear and actionable. Her recognized expertise in this field gave us immense confidence. She developed a strategic approach that included negotiating specific indemnities with the seller and liaising directly with the environmental consultant, which ultimately saved the deal and protected me from significant future liability. Her advice was pragmatic, focused on solutions, and she clearly has a proven track record of navigating these complex issues. The one area where I noticed a slight delay was in email responses during particularly busy periods, sometimes taking a full business day. However, when urgent matters arose, she was always reachable by phone. Overall, Tamara’s skillful advocacy and strategic thinking were invaluable. I would highly recommend her for any environmental or land use issue in the region.