Young/Sommer LLC and Attorneys Kevin Young, Dean Sommer, and James Muscato Recognized in Chambers USA 2026
Posted on June 11, 2026
Troy, New York — June 2026 — Young/Sommer LLC is proud to announce that the firm has once again been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, one of the legal profession’s most respected legal directories.
In addition to the firm’s ranking, Chambers USA again recognized Dean Sommer, Kevin Young, and James Muscato for their accomplishments and leadership in environmental and renewable energy law.
Chambers described Young/Sommer as a firm known for its “full environmental capabilities” and noted its strength representing clients across a broad range of environmental, energy, permitting, and regulatory matters. Chambers further highlighted the firm’s work with municipalities, manufacturers, developers, and renewable energy clients. Chambers also quoted a client as stating that the firm’s “strengths are their instincts and background knowledge of the law.”
Dean Sommer was again recognized as a Senior Statesperson in Environmental Law. Chambers noted that he is “recognized for his expertise as a litigator” in hazardous waste matters and described him as “an esteemed practitioner” sought out for advice involving hazardous waste and brownfield redevelopment issues.
Kevin Young was recognized for his extensive environmental practice. Chambers described him as “an experienced attorney noted for his environmental compliance advice” and observed that he is “knowledgeable of all major statutes regulating air, water and waste.”
James Muscato was again ranked for his environmental and renewable energy work. Chambers recognized him for his work in renewable energy matters and noted his “strong knowledge of permits.”
“We are honored that Chambers USA has once again recognized our firm and our attorneys,” said managing partner Robert Panasci. “This acknowledgment reflects our longstanding commitment to helping clients navigate complex environmental, energy, land use, and regulatory challenges throughout New York State. We are grateful for the trust our clients place in us and for the talented professionals who make this recognition possible.”
James Muscato added, “For more than two decades, Young/Sommer has focused on providing practical, effective legal solutions to businesses, municipalities, developers, and institutions across New York. We are proud that Chambers continues to recognize the depth of our experience and the quality of service we provide.”
Young/Sommer LLC has been recognized by Chambers for more than two decades and continues to be among New York’s leading environmental and energy law firms. The firm represents clients in environmental permitting, energy development, land use, municipal law, litigation, regulatory compliance, brownfield redevelopment, and related matters throughout New York State.
About Young/Sommer LLC
Young/Sommer LLC is a leading New York law firm concentrating in environmental, energy, land use, municipal, real estate development, government relations, and litigation matters. Based in Troy, the firm represents businesses, municipalities, developers, institutions, and individuals throughout New York State.
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