Atty. Steven J. "Steve" Levine

Atty. Steven J. "Steve" Levine

Steve Levine practices in the area of litigation with a focus on environmental counseling. Mr.

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About Steven J. "Steve" Levine at a glance

Steven J. "Steve" Levine is a litigation and environmental attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1984) and Louisiana State University (—, 1977). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steve Levine practices in the area of litigation with a focus on environmental counseling
  • Mr. Levine has wide experience in environmental litigation arising from enforcement, toxic tort, and business-related claims, and as a significant part of these engagements, he works closely with experts in a variety of professional fields
  • He routinely interacts with the Environmental Protection Agency in several regions and state environmental regulatory agencies in several states in matters relating to litigation, permitting, compliance orders, and penalty orders
  • Additionally, he counsels lending and real estate institutions on such matters as environmental assessments, contractual arrangements, and wetlands issues
  • Mr. Levine’s practice serves the petrochemical industry, the transportation industry, the banking and real estate sectors, the power generation sector and other industry business sectors
  • He is the practice coordinator of the litigation group in the Baton Rouge office
  • Before entering law school Mr. Levine gained substantive educational and practical experience in the areas of fisheries biology, water resources, conservation, and resource management

Practice Areas Explained

Steven J. "Steve" Levine's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven J. "Steve" Levine 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 Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven J. "Steve" Levine

Where is Steven J. "Steve" Levine's law office located?
Steven J. "Steve" Levine's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven J. "Steve" Levine handle?
Steven J. "Steve" Levine focuses on litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Steven J. "Steve" Levine go to law school?
Steven J. "Steve" Levine earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (—, 1977); (BS, 1974).
How can I contact Steven J. "Steve" Levine for a consultation?
You can contact Steven J. "Steve" Levine directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven J. "Steve" Levine received?
Steven J. "Steve" Levine's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1984
Louisiana State University
- 1977
BS
University of Maryland
- 1974

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Baton Rouge)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Baton Rouge)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Baton Rouge)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association

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