Barry H. Epstein Named Top Lawyer
(Oakland, CA) October 9, 2009 - Oakland, CA-based law firm, Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley LLP (FAB), today announced that Partner, Barry H. Epstein, was named by the Daily Journal, California's largest legal news source, as one of the "Top 100 Lawyers" in California. The list was announced in the publication's September 23 issue. Mr. Epstein is one of two natural resources attorneys to be included on the list.
Each year, the Daily Journal considers thousands of nominations before choosing its Top 100 attorneys, focusing on those whose work has a broad impact on the legal profession and greater society. Mr. Epstein was recognized for his groundbreaking work enforcing California’s Water Supply Law (SB 610) on behalf of his clients the Madera County Farm Bureau and Chowchilla Water District and his recent work securing permits and water rights for an innovative water storage project for California organic farmers. The project has the added benefit of enhancing the state's coho salmon and steelhead habitats.
Mr. Epstein's notable work protecting the state's wetlands in Del Norte County, helping California Wildlife Foundation acquire land in Contra Costa County for inclusion in a regional park and helping the Nevada Land Conservancy acquire land for conveyance to the federal Bureau of Land Management also contributed to his making the list of California's top lawyers.
Mr. Epstein has also demonstrated his strong leadership skills, serving as Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley's Managing Partner, the firm's first, from 2004 to 2009. During that time he balanced the management of the firm and the demands of full-time law practice. He is also active in the Environmental Law Section of the State Bar, as an Advisor to and former member of the Executive Committee, and formerly served as Chair of the Environmental Law Section of the Bar Association of San Francisco and serves as President of the nonprofit Coastal Conservancy Association.
About Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley LLP
Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley LLP ("FAB") is a multi-practice law firm providing legal solutions for clients throughout Northern California and nationally. Founded in 1883, the firm celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2008. Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley LLP is consistently recognized by clients, peers and the media as a leader in its field. Information on the firm is available at www.fablaw.com.