Atty. Jeffrey D. Dintzer

Atty. Jeffrey D. Dintzer

During over 30 years representing clients in complex environmental, toxic tort, and land use litigation, class actions, and administrative proceedings, Jeffrey has been involved in precedent-setting cases affecting the way industries such as oil & gas do business in California. Clients in many industries rely on his extensive experience when dealing with agency oversight and civil disputes.

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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey D. Dintzer at a glance

Jeffrey D. Dintzer is a litigation and environmental attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • During over 30 years representing clients in complex environmental, toxic tort, and land use litigation, class actions, and administrative proceedings, Jeffrey has been involved in precedent-setting cases affecting the way industries such as oil & gas do business in California
  • Clients in many industries rely on his extensive experience when dealing with agency oversight and civil disputes
  • Jeffrey Dintzer has over 30 years of experience representing companies in the energy, manufacturing, and defense industries in high-stakes administrative proceedings and civil litigation involving the environment, land use entitlements, and oil and gas
  • His experience representing oil and gas producers proves extremely valuable to clients in any industry dealing with agency oversight and civil disputes
  • He has played a prominent role in precedent-setting cases for the oil and gas industry, such as serving as lead trial counsel in a lawsuit against the California Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR) that challenged the agency’s regulation of hydraulic fracturing and sought an injunction to halt all hydraulic fracturing in California

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey D. Dintzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey D. Dintzer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey D. Dintzer

Where is Jeffrey D. Dintzer's law office located?
Jeffrey D. Dintzer's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey D. Dintzer handle?
Jeffrey D. Dintzer focuses on litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Jeffrey D. Dintzer go to law school?
Jeffrey D. Dintzer earned their education at (J.D., 1988).
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey D. Dintzer received?
Jeffrey D. Dintzer's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026

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