Mr. Gilberti, CEO of the firm and co-chair of the environmental practice, is one of the foremost authorities on New York State environmental law and environmental litigation. Mr. Gilberti has successfully argued issues that have defined the contours of New York State environmental law. He is also experienced in appellate practice and served as lead counsel in several cases establishing important principles under New York State’s Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). Mr. Gilberti’s practice also encompasses environmental compliance issues relating to state and federal statutes, mining law, water quality programs and solid waste disposal.

In addition to his litigation and compliance practice, Mr. Gilberti provides strategic legal counsel to both the public and private sector in connection with the development of large scale projects. His more recent projects include the build-out of the state-wide wireless communications network and a proposal to construct the longest underground direct current electric transmission line in the world.

Mr. Gilberti is passionate about the practice of law and strives to keep attorneys engaged in their practice by creating a firm culture committed to high level work and the individual development of the firm’s attorneys and staff. He believes the best attorneys are well-rounded individuals and supports the attorneys and staff by dedicating firm resources to their community involvement and volunteerism.