Christopher Rich is a partner in the firm's Environment, Energy & Resources practice. He focuses on complex environmental cleanup compliance and litigation under CERCLA and state Superfund laws, resolution of state and federal governmental enforcement actions, and RCRA, Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act compliance and permitting.
Christopher W. "Chris" Rich
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010 Awarded Practice Areas
Environmental Law Litigation - Environmental
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Portland, OR.
Awarded Practice Areas
Environmental Law Litigation - Environmental
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Portland, OR.
Biography
Locations
Languages
- Spanish
Education
- University of Denver, J.D., graduated 1991
Bar Admissions
Affiliations
- Oregon Business Association - Member
- Oregon Environmental Council - Board of Directors
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Environmental Law, Portland, OR (2026)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Natural Resources Law
Special Focus:
- Administrative/Regulatory
- Permitting
Awards:
- Ranked by Chambers USA, as "Leading Lawyers: Environment," 2007 - present
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