Davis Graham & Stubbs announced Nov. 5 that partner John R. Jacus was recognized as Colorado’s leading environmental lawyer in the 2027 Lexology Client Choice Awards. Jacus received the top ranking in the USA – Colorado environmental law category.
The Lexology Client Choice Awards recognize attorneys for client service, with recipients selected based on nominations from corporate counsel. One attorney is recognized in each practice area and jurisdiction.
Jacus has more than 30 years of experience advising clients on environmental regulatory, litigation and transactional matters. His practice includes compliance with federal and state environmental laws, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act and Toxic Substances Control Act. He also represents clients in environmental permitting, administrative and enforcement proceedings, remediation matters and environmental due diligence in business transactions.
Jacus works with clients in the oil and gas, mining, manufacturing and natural resources industries on air quality regulations, hazardous waste management, environmental remediation and issues related to energy development. He has also represented developers and lenders in environmental permitting and regulatory matters involving industrial projects in Colorado.
Jacus is a fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers and co-chair of its Outreach Committee. He also serves as a trustee of the Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law and has held leadership positions with the American Bar Association’s Section of Environment, Energy and Resources and the Colorado Bar Association’s Environmental Law Section. He previously served as board chair of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce.
Jacus has also been recognized by Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America and Lawdragon.