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Seth Goldberg, Environmental Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig Llp

Washington, DC

Practicing environmental in Washington since 1978.

48+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
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Seth Goldberg is a shareholder based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Health Care. Seth has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Washington, DC
Experience
over 48 years
Known for
Environmental · General · Health Care
  • Handles Environmental, General, and Health Care matters from Washington, DC.
  • Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Seth Goldberg: Seth Goldberg is a shareholder based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Health Care. Seth has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Seth takes on

Seth concentrates on environmental, general, health care, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Seth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Environmental cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Seth takes environmental matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.

General cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Seth takes general matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Seth takes health care matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Seth takes personal injury matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Seth Goldberg — environmental lawyer in Washington

Seth Goldberg is a shareholder based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Health Care. Seth has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Seth Goldberg focuses his practice on a broad range of chemical regulatory, environmental, and life sciences matters. His chemical regulatory practice is built on an understanding of federal and state regulatory programs, including the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and California Proposition 65. He also has experience with regulatory regimes in other jurisdictions, such as biocides, plant protection products, and general chemical regulation (REACH) in the European Union, as well as similar programs in China.

Seth’s environmental practice encompasses waste, water, and air regulation, environmental remediation at federal and state levels, cost allocation, environmental scoping, and endangered species issues.

Seth’s experience and insights enable him to provide creative strategies across a broad spectrum of regulatory programs and policies, particularly on issues requiring integration of legal, scientific, and technical expertise. He serves as lead counsel in administrative, trial, and appellate court proceedings, including district court representation concerning the EPA’s review of FIFRA registration actions and compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Additionally, he handles matters involving product regulation, federalism issues, state programs, and international coordination of chemical control regimes.

Seth has addressed a broad range of administrative law issues, including matters involving internal procedures of consensus standard-setting organizations. Recently, he has focused on the EPA’s issuance of regulations governing PFAS under TSCA, CERCLA, and other authorities.

Concentrations

•Pesticide and general chemical regulation
•Chemical risk assessment
•Regulatory development and challenges
•Consumer products regulations
•Food safety
•Environmental regulation

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Environmental Law, 2024-2026
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Environment, Litigation, 2018-2019
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0

Seth's approach to environmental cases

Seth Goldberg focuses his practice on a broad range of chemical regulatory, environmental, and life sciences matters. His chemical regulatory practice is built on an understanding of federal and state regulatory programs, including the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and California Proposition 65. He also has experience with…

The kind of cases Seth takes

Seth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and health care matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Stanford Law School J.D. Board of Editors, Stanford Law Journal

  • Binghamton University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa

Jurisdictions

Seth's state bar admissions

  • California

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1978 · ACTIVE

Seth studied at — in Stanford Law School J.D. Board of Editors, Stanford Law Journal and — in Binghamton University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.

Law school and academic background

Seth completed — in Stanford Law School J.D. Board of Editors, Stanford Law Journal and — in Binghamton University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Seth runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Seth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Seth's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional & Community Involvement •Industry representative on Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Working Party on Biocides

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Locations

Seth Goldberg's office in Washington

Seth's primary office is at 2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000, Washington, DC, 20037. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Greenberg Traurig Llp

2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000

Washington, DC 20037

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Seth Goldberg — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Seth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Washington.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Seth Goldberg — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Seth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Seth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth'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; Seth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

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 Seth

Seth 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. Seth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Seth'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 Seth Goldberg

  • How much does it cost to hire Seth for a environmental case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Seth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Seth offer a free consultation?

    Seth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Seth's current terms during booking.

  • How long do environmental cases in District of Columbia 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. Seth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Seth take my case if I'm outside Washington?

    Seth is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Seth 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 Seth?

    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. Seth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Seth accepting new environmental clients right now?

    Seth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Environmental attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia

Seth handles environmental matters throughout District of Columbia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.