Overview
Alyssa supports clients through all stages of developing natural resource projects. Using her background in planning, she assists clients in navigating regulatory requirements on private and public lands for renewable energy development, land exchanges, and other projects. Alyssa advises on matters related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA), wildlife protection, conservation easements, and local land use law to help clients ensure they obtain all necessary permits and approvals.
Additionally, Alyssa supports government agencies and tribal entities regarding land use decisions and management. She also provides clients with guidance on issues unique to Indian country, ongoing regulatory compliance, and staying up-to-date with the latest changes in environmental law and policy.
Education & Admissions
University of Utah, S. J. Quinney College of Law (J.D., 2024), Order of the Coif; Quinney Award (5th highest GPA in graduating class); 2022 Foundation for Natural Resources & Energy Law (FNREL) Scholar; 2021 Robert Swenson Natural Resource Scholar
University of Utah (Master of City & Metropolitan Planning, 2024)
Boston College (B.A., 2017), magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa
Admissions
- Utah
Experience
- Provided detailed review of client’s mineral and property assets to enact internal transfer before multi-million dollar corporate acquisition.
- Drafted purchase agreement and associated royalty deeds, joint venture agreements, and other conveyance documents for the sale of mineral interests.
- Proposed solutions for a battery energy storage facility to prevent and mitigate county zoning issues.
- Provided clients with guidance on role of local special districts and restrictions in county code while developing a ski resort.
- Analyzed federal law for tribal clients on religious freedom issues and on land use restrictions.
- Drafted agency agreement for a renewable natural gas cooperative and provide ongoing advice regarding applicable utility laws.
- Provided step-by-step guidance of regulatory requirements, ranging from hard rock mineral development to product labelling in grocery stores.
- Advised clients on sale options for historic water rights in Idaho acquired through a corporate merger.
- Advised battery developer on the extent of the research and development exception under TSCA.
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- Indian & Alaska Native
- Pro Bono
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Real Estate & Land Use
