San Francisco 415.848.4835
Assistant Information
Joesphine Zumot
Phone 415.848.4821
Email
Education
- J.D., summa cum laude, William & Mary Law School, 2024
- B.A., History and English, Emory University, 2018
Bar Admissions
- California, 2024 (pending)
Court Admissions
Sarah Nagle
Associate
Using her creativity and analytical skillset, Sarah Nagle supports work on varied environmental issues to provide clarity for clients.
Sarah assists with compliance and liability research for clients concerning complex federal environmental laws and regulations. She has experience working with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). She also deals with contract matters related to environmental regulations.
While attending William & Mary Law School, Sarah served as a Notes Editor for the William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review and interned for multiple Virginia Court of Appeals judges. Before law school, Sarah worked as an immigration paralegal in Atlanta, Georgia, where she honed her analytical and advocacy skills.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review, Notes Editor, 2023-2024
Honors & Rankings
- Order of the Coif
- Highest GPA Award (Tied), Class of 2024
- Best Note Award, William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review
- Internship, Chief Judge Marla Graff Decker, Court of Appeals of Virginia, 2023
- Internship, Judge Junius P. Fulton, III, Court of Appeals of Virginia, 2022
- Researched insurance company obligations regarding “sudden and accidental” exemption to the exclusion of pollution coverage.
- Analyzed lessee obligations for property potentially subject to CERCLA liability.
- Researched party obligations in breach of contract action for sale of contaminated property.
- Reviewed non-discharger liability for pollution discharges under the CWA and state law to assist client with action plan.
Announcements
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October 7, 2024Introducing Downey Brand’s 2024 Fall Associate Class
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May 23, 2023Downey Brand Welcomes 2023 Summer Associates
Blogs
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EIR Certification and Categorical Exemption Upheld for Components of Los Angeles Westside Mobility Plan
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December 3, 2024First District Holds that Analysis of Development’s Increased Wildfire Risk is a Necessary Component of Project EIR
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October 11, 2024Alleged CEQA Abuse not Actionable under RICO Says Ninth Circuit
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September 13, 2023Court of Appeal Finds Substantial Evidence Supports City’s Use of Statutory Exemption to Approve a Zoning Overlay District For Commercial Cannabis Uses
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August 18, 2023Standard of Review Surprise: Fair Argument Applies Despite Prior Program EIR According to Fourth District
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June 19, 2023Statue’s Status is History: City Prevails in CEQA Challenge to Removal of Junipero Serra Statue
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June 13, 2023The Fiscal Responsibility Act’s Modest NEPA Amendments to Streamline Project Review
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June 7, 2023AB 1000: Legislative Restrictions on New Warehouse Construction Granted Reconsideration in 2024
CEQA Chronicles
Publications
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January 2025Delta Watermaster Extends Deadline for Alternative Delta Water Right Reporting
California Water Law & Policy Reporter, Volume 35, Number 4
In her free time, Sarah enjoys running, reading, and rooting for the San Francisco Giants. She is also on a perpetual hunt to find the best bakeries in the Golden State.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review, Notes Editor, 2023-2024
Honors & Rankings
- Order of the Coif
- Highest GPA Award (Tied), Class of 2024
- Best Note Award, William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review
- Internship, Chief Judge Marla Graff Decker, Court of Appeals of Virginia, 2023
- Internship, Judge Junius P. Fulton, III, Court of Appeals of Virginia, 2022