
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell, Environmental Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
focused on Environmental, General, and Litigation
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Philadelphia, PA
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Kaitlyn R. Maxwell is a shareholder based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Philadelphia, PA
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- Handles Environmental, General, and Litigation matters from Philadelphia, PA.
About Kaitlyn R. Maxwell: Kaitlyn R. Maxwell is a shareholder based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Kaitlyn's practice areas in Philadelphia
Kaitlyn concentrates on environmental, general, litigation, personal injury, and entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kaitlyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Environmental cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kaitlyn takes environmental matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlyn agrees to represent you.
General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kaitlyn takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlyn agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kaitlyn takes litigation matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlyn agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kaitlyn takes personal injury matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlyn agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kaitlyn takes entertainment matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell, environmental attorney serving Philadelphia
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell is a shareholder based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Kaitlyn works from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and takes on environmental matters across the region.
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell focuses her practice on environmental litigation. She advises clients on regulatory compliance issues and represents clients in litigation in state and federal courts. Her work includes litigation of major contamination cases under the hazardous waste and Superfund laws. Kaitlyn also advises clients in transactions involving the sale of contaminated real property.
Concentrations
•Air, water and waste regulation
•Superfund and contamination
•Contaminated real property cost recovery
•Commercial and regulatory litigation
•Environmental remediation projects
The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Judicial Clerkships
•Law Clerk, Hon. Linda K. Caracappa, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States
•Dispute Resolution - Product Liability, Mass Tort and Class Action- Defense- Toxic Tort, 2022-2024
•'Industry Focus - Environment: Litigation,' 2020-2021
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America
•Environmental Law, 2025-2026
•Litigation - Environmental, 2025-2026
•'Ones to Watch,' Environmental Law, 2021-2024
•'Ones to Watch,' Litigation - Environmental, 2021-2022, 2024
•Selected, City & State Pennsylvania
•'Forty Under 40,' 2022
•'Impact 50,' 2022
•Shortlisted, Euromoney, Americas Women in Business Law Awards, 'Best in Environment,' 2023
•Team Member, a Law360 “Environmental Practice Group of the Year,” 2022
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 'Rising Stars,' 2017-2022
•Team Member, a Law360 'Product Liability Practice Group of the Year,' 2022
•Listed, The Legal Intelligencer, 'Lawyers on the Fast Track,' 2021
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Environmental Law, 2016
Kaitlyn's approach to environmental cases
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell focuses her practice on environmental litigation. She advises clients on regulatory compliance issues and represents clients in litigation in state and federal courts. Her work includes litigation of major contamination cases under the hazardous waste and Superfund laws. Kaitlyn also advises clients in transactions involving the sale of contaminated real property.…
The kind of cases Kaitlyn takes
Kaitlyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and litigation matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kaitlyn studied and practices
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 2012
Dickinson College B.A. magna cum laude Dickinson College B.A. 2007 Phi Beta Kappa Article Editor, Public Interest Law Journal Vice President, Environmental & Energy Law Society
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Kaitlyn studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and — in Dickinson College B.A. magna cum laude Dickinson College B.A. 2007 Phi Beta Kappa Article Editor, Public Interest Law Journal Vice President, Environmental & Energy Law Society.
Law school and academic background
Kaitlyn completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and — in Dickinson College B.A. magna cum laude Dickinson College B.A. 2007 Phi Beta Kappa Article Editor, Public Interest Law Journal Vice President, Environmental & Energy Law Society. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kaitlyn runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kaitlyn R. Maxwell's office in Philadelphia
Kaitlyn's primary office is at 1717 Arch Street, Suite 400, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
1717 Arch Street, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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How to hire Kaitlyn R. Maxwell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kaitlyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kaitlyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaitlyn'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; Kaitlyn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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 Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn 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. Kaitlyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kaitlyn'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 Kaitlyn R. Maxwell
How much does it cost to hire Kaitlyn for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kaitlyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kaitlyn offer a free consultation?
Kaitlyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaitlyn's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Kaitlyn's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Pennsylvania 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. Kaitlyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kaitlyn take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Kaitlyn is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kaitlyn 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 Kaitlyn?
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. Kaitlyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kaitlyn accepting new environmental clients right now?
Kaitlyn'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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