Michael C. Powell

Michael C. Powell: Maryland Attorney and Environmental Advocate in Baltimore, MD

As a dedicated environmental advocate, Michael C. Powell has earned recognition for his expertise across multiple practice areas within the legal field. His comprehensive experience spans over two decades as one of the Best Lawyers in America® and is recognized with an impressive list of accolades. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Powell holds prestigious positions such as a Principal Counsel at the Maryland Department of Environment and serves on various influential commissions.

Location

• City: Baltimore
• State: Maryland
• Country: United States

Affiliations

• Firm: Gordon Feinblatt LLC
• Status: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1995

Educational Background and Credentials

• Universities: University of Virginia
• Education: J.D., University of Virginia School of Law (2004)
• Bar Admissions: Maryland, United States

Awards and Recognitions

• Lawyer of the Year: Environmental Law, Baltimore (2025), 2019, 2016, 2014
• Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Environmental, Baltimore (2017)
• Recognized: Environmental Law, Recognized: Litigation - Environmental
• Awards: F. Patrick Hughes Award of Excellence from NAIOP for his work representing business interests during the drafting of Maryland’s Climate Change legislation; Named to Daily Records list of Influential Marylanders in 2022; Leadership in the Law award from The Daily Record (2009)

Practice Areas

• Environmental Law
• Litigation - Environmental
• Administrative / Regulatory Law
• Counseling
• Energy
• Enforcement Defense
• Environmental
• Environmental Cleanup
• Environmental Permitting
• Government Relations
• Land Use and Zoning
• Litigation
• RCRA/Hazardous Waste
• Regulatory
• Superfunds/Environmental Remediation
• Utilities

Professional Philosophy: Michael C. Powell approaches his clients with a focus on understanding their unique situations and crafting tailored strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes. He prioritizes thorough investigation, strategic planning, and effective communication throughout every case.