Attorney Mark Sussman has had a distinguished career as an environmental lawyer. He began his career as a trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice, representing the Environmental Protection Agency, the Army Corps of Engineers, and other federal agencies in environmental litigation.
Mark has been a trusted counsel and representative for environmental matters for renewable energy company clients. His role as lead environmental counsel in developing and permitting a variety of power plants, including renewable and fossil fuel plants and waste-to-energy facilities, speaks volumes about his expertise and the security he provides for his clients. Notably, he negotiated the first community environmental benefit agreement for a power plant in an environmental justice community. His frequent representation of clients in on-site remediation and brownfield redevelopment projects and concerning a wide range of environmental compliance issues such as air and water quality, hazardous waste management, and land use regulations further underscores his competence and the security his leadership brings to his clients.
Mark’s strategic advice is a testament to his knowledge, insights, and relationships gained from practicing environmental law in Connecticut for over 40 years. He has guided solar, battery energy storage, and fuel cell clients in selecting, permitting, and developing new sustainable energy resources on former brownfield sites and power plants, ensuring their renewable energy projects are both environmentally sound and economically viable.
Mark’s professional accolades reflect his exceptional career and the confidence he instills in his clients. As a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers, Chair of the Connecticut Bar Association, Environmental Law Section (1984-1987), and holder of an AV Preeminent® Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™, he has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the Field. His consistent listings in Chambers USA, America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Connecticut Super Lawyers®, and Best Lawyers® in the areas of Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation, as well as in Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in American Law, and Who’s Who Legal: The International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers, Environmental Law, further underscore his professional standing and the confidence he inspires in his clients. These accolades are a testament to his expertise and the quality of his work, instilling confidence in those he serves.
Mark’s strong foundation in law and engineering is evident in his educational background. He earned his J.D. cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a B.S. in Civil Engineering summa cum laude from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. This unique combination gives him a comprehensive understanding of environmental law’s technical and legal aspects and successfully developing renewable energy generating facilities on brownfield and former power plant sites. His strong educational background is a source of security for his clients, assuring them of his ability to navigate the complexities of their projects.