Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

59 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Environmental Law

Biography

Michael A. Leon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law.

Michael A., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 1995. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

59 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • Harvard University, MCRP, graduated 1979

  • NAIOP - Chair - Public Affairs
  • NAIOP - Chair - Public Affairs
  • Harvard University, MCRP, graduated 1979

Client Testimonials

I've had the opportunity to work with Michael for close to 20 years on a variety of complex environmental matters and have never been less than impressed with his regulatory knowledge, understanding of my business needs, and his creative approach to solutions. His interpersonal skill set reaches across the spectrum of stakeholders, and is always a key component of our success.

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Environmental Law
Special Focus:
  • Administrative/Regulatory
  • Brownfield Development
  • Clean Water Act
  • Coastal Zone Management
  • Counseling
  • Environmental Permitting
  • Land Use and Zoning
  • Solid Waste
  • Wetlands

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