Virginia Environmental Law & Waterfront Property Rights Resources

Oyster aquaculture is not only an important part of the Virginia economy, but it also plays a vital role in improving Virginia's waters. Read the full article.

Clients turned to the Waterfront Law Team after someone sank and abandoned an 82-foot former U.S. Navy vessel in the Little Wicomico River, right next to their pier. In a remarkable result, one of our attorneys, Tom Berkley, persuaded the Virginia... Read the full article.

Last month, Waterfront Property Law Team attorney Bryan Peeples worked with a client to defend their land purchase in the Ocean View area of Norfolk. Read the full article.

The Waterfront Law Team of Pender & Coward recently represented a client in Matthews County, Virginia. Thanks to Bryan's efforts, our client will be able to enjoy his pier, boathouse and gazebo this summer. Read on to learn more. Read the full article.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 decision in Sackett v. EPA strips the federal government of the authority to regulate isolated wetlands. A case is working its way through a lower court in Richmond, U.S. v. Chameleon LLC and Layne, that will test how... Read the full article.

The Waterfront Law Team was thrilled to support the 22nd Lynnhaven River NOW Annual Oyster Roast at Rudee Inlet. The event raises funds to support Lynnhaven River NOW’s Pearl outreach and education programs. Read the full article.

Kudos to Waterfront Law Attorney Bryan Peeples on his recognition by the Virginia Access to Justice Commission as a “Pro Bono Service Honor Roll” member for the 2022 to 2023 year. Read the full article.

Attorney Bryan Peeples of the Waterfront Law Team will present later this month at the North Landing River & Albemarle’s Sound Estuarine Symposium at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on April 26th. Read the full article.

Trusted riparian property attorney Bryan Peeples will be a presenter at an upcoming Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar on the topic of Virginia Drainage, Riparian and Groundwater Rights on June 26th. Read the full article.