Eric L. Hiser, Environmental Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on Environmental and Litigation
Phoenix, AZ
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Eric L. Hiser is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Currently practicing at Hiser Burggraff Curtis.
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- Phoenix, ARIZONA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Environmental · Litigation
- Handles Environmental and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Phoenix) (2026).
About Eric L. Hiser: Eric L. Hiser is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Currently practicing at Hiser Burggraff Curtis.
Areas of practice
Eric's practice areas in Phoenix
Eric concentrates on environmental and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Eric takes environmental matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Eric takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Eric L. Hiser, environmental attorney serving Phoenix
Eric L. Hiser is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Currently practicing at Hiser Burggraff Curtis. Eric works from Phoenix, Arizona and takes on environmental matters across the region.
Eric Hiser practices in the areas of environmental, natural resources and administrative law. He regularly represents clients in manufacturing, steel, petroleum, natural gas production and transmission, mining, metal fabrication, high technology and materials industries with an emphasis on permitting, compliance planning and environmental auditing and assessment, and has served as special counsel to the Maricopa County Air Pollution Control Hearing Board. Mr. Hiser is recognized by Best Lawyers for Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation.
Education
• J.D. (with high honor and Order of the Coif) from Duke University (1989)
• M.A. in forestry and environmental studies, Duke University (1989)
• A.B. (summa cum laude) from Wabash College (1986)
While at Duke, Mr. Hiser was the Managing Editor of the Duke Law Journal, and later was a law clerk for the Honorable Deanell Reece Tacha of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.
Licensure & Affiliations
• Licensed to practice in Arizona
• Licensed to practice in New Mexico
• Licensed to practice in Wyoming
• Licensed to practice before the U.S. District Court for Arizona
• Licensed to practice before the U.S. District Court for Alabama
• Licensed to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits
Community Involvement
Mr. Hiser is a member of the Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Section and the Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Section of the American Bar Association, where he serves as Vice Chair of the Environmental Enforcement and Environmental Crimes Committee and a southwestern regional editor for the Air Quality Committee. He a member of the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section and Administrative Law Section of the State Bar of Arizona and is past chair of the Administrative Law Section. Mr. Hiser is a frequent lecturer at both national and regional symposia and seminars, the author of numerous articles on environmental matters, and was a contributing author to the Arizona Environmental Law Manual, published by the State Bar of Arizona, and environmental practice manuals for Arizona and South Carolina.
Eric's approach to environmental cases
Overview Eric Hiser practices in the areas of environmental, natural resources and administrative law. He regularly represents clients in manufacturing, steel, petroleum, natural gas production and transmission, mining, metal fabrication, high technology and materials industries with an emphasis on permitting, compliance planning and environmental auditing and assessment, and has served as…
Clients Eric works with
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Eric studied and practices
Duke University
J.D. · 1989
Duke University
— · 1989
Duke University
— · 1989
Wabash College
— · 1986
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Arizona, State Bar o
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New Mexico, State Ba
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Wyoming, Wyoming Sta
ACTIVE
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Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in Duke University, — in Duke University, — in Duke University, and — in Wabash College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Eric's legal honors and published work
Eric has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Phoenix)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Phoenix)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Phoenix)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Permitting
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mining
2026
Best Lawyers in America — RCRA/Hazardous Waste
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — William T. Hornaday Award for Distinguished Service to Conservation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — President's Call to Service Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Life Fellow, American Bar Endowment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Phoenix) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Phoenix) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Phoenix) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Eric L. Hiser's office in Phoenix
Eric's primary office is at 5080 North 40th Street, Suite 245, Phoenix, Arizona, 85018. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hiser Burggraff Curtis
5080 North 40th Street, Suite 245
Phoenix, Arizona 85018
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How to hire Eric L. Hiser — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric L. Hiser
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Eric is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Eric will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Eric?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new environmental clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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