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Office | Arcata, CA

North Coast Environmental Law Office Pro

4.9
15 reviews

822 G Street, Suite 7, Arcata, CA 95521-6224, U.S.A.

Air Pollution, Business Law – LLC Formation and Contractual Structuring, Contract and Leases and 28 more

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Paul Michael Hagen - Lawyer in Arcata, CA
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About North Coast Environmental Law Office

At the North Coast Environmental Law Office, we bring over 35 years of experience in delivering legal services tailored to the needs of our clients. Our expertise spans environmental permitting and licensing, and includes constant attendance at State Bar-certified conferences and related professional educational venues addressingCalifornia’s developments in climate change and clean energy law. We assist with local matters such as land use, easements, and water rights, as well as LLC formation and business contracts. We are committed to providing personal, hands-on engagement with all our clients, fostering relationships built on trust and effective communication.

Our firm navigates the complexities of working with local, state, and federal governments, representing clients in courts, administrative tribunals, and public hearings. Whether dealing with current challenges or future goals, we stand ready to support businesses and individuals on the North Coast and beyond with dedicated legal counsel. Please contact us to discuss how we can assist you.

 

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North Coast Environmental Law Office got this award in 2021

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Environmental Law
Posted by Cliff
February 27, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I am an attorney and have known Paul Hagen for close to 35 years. He is very principled and honest, with a lot of personal and professional integrity. He is dogged and determined and will work his tail off on cases he is involved in. He is a kind person, and a good listener. who cares about people and his clients. He is very dedicated to social justice, environmental protection and furthering the public good.

 
Environmental Law
Posted by anonymous
February 22, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I’ve known Paul for years and have consistently been impressed by his intelligence, depth of insight, and strong ethical foundation. Environmental law requires thoughtful analysis, long-term perspective, and a deep sense of responsibility, all qualities he embodies. While I haven’t personally used his legal services, I can confidently speak to his integrity and principled decision-making. I have no doubt his clients will find with themselves represented with professionalism, diligence, and genuine care.

 
Business Law
Posted by Steve
February 19, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

Paul helped me with my business operations and permitting for several years, addressing and solving one problem after another. He dealt with government agents and regulations, employees, contractors and whatever came along. Just recently I hired him to address a long-standing litigation case, and in one appearance he got the court to dismiss the matter. He is honest, strong, thorough and ethical. I very much appreciate the help he has given me and I highly recommend him.

 
Environmental Law
Posted by anonymous
February 19, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I’ve known and worked with Paul for many years as a fellow Advisor to the California Lawyers Association’s Environmental Law Section. In particular, I know him through our participation in the Section’s Legislation Committee and his authorship of the “Commercial Cannabis Development: Licensing and Permitting,” chapter in the Lexis/Nexis “California Environmental Law and Land Use Practice” guide, and his contribution to my environmental law text book He has a strong understanding of California’s environmental statutes, regulations and the agencies. I strongly recommend him to anyone who seeks legal advice in his fields of practice.

 
General Practice
Posted by Ethan
February 18, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I've worked with Paul for many years on environmental law and policy issues through our work at the State Bar and now the California Lawyers Association. He's been diligent, good humored and reliable, with helpful insights, questions and critiques that make for better work.

Zoning, Planning and Land Use
Posted by EDWARD
February 17, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I was fortunate to have the opportunity and pleasure of working together with Paul on a couple land development projects and found Paul very personable and easy to talk with. As a professional land surveyor and land planner it was obvious to me that Paul has a tremendous understanding of Land Law and Real Estate Practice. His ability to communicate clearly about complex administrative processes and procedures is most impressive.

 
Environmental Law
Posted by anonymous
February 16, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

Paul Hagen is a one of a kind environmental lawyer. I have known him for nearly 20 years. He is extremely well respected statewide in the environmental law community. A top choice in the north coast of California for environmental permitting, licensing, remediation and defense; real property matters including land use, easements, water rights, purchase/sale, and landlord-tenant issues; LLC formation and business contracts; and related areas of law.

 
Environmental Law
Posted by Brett
February 16, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I have worked closely with Paul Hagen for more than 25 years and have observed his effectiveness and technical ability in all aspects of the practice of law, from case development to witness preparation and eventually at evidentiary hearings. I have always been impressed with the way he exercises discretion and handles challenging and high-pressure situations. Mr. Hagen focuses his energies on achieving impactful and lasting just resolutions, and I have watched him demonstrate his expertise with the details of the practice of law - while making sure that all of parties align the multiple interests. I wholeheartedly recommend Paul Hagen for any legal needs you may have in the North Coast of California.

 
Environmental Law
Posted by Julie
February 16, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

I have known Paul for years as a community member and elected representative. He has always been responsive. He is someone to count on to observe all important details and to be very clear about his observations and experience. I can depend on his honesty and clear communication. He is thorough and great with follow-up.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
February 16, 2026
Hired Attorney Paul Hagen

Paul is a great communicator, compassionate, and competent. I've had attorneys where I felt I was treated as a number, and billed excessively for mediocre work, and this is not something I've ever been concerned about with Paul. He genuinely worked to understand my situation and provided professional and reliable advice.

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Areas of Law

  • Environmental Law 3
    • Air Pollution
    • Water Pollution
    • Water Quality
  • Natural Resources 3
    • Forest Practices
    • Mining
    • Natural Resource Damages
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use 1
    • Land Use and Planning
  • Administrative Law 1
    • Public Law
  • Transportation 1
    • Trucking
  • Antitrust and Trade Regulation 1
    • Unfair Business Practices
  • Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) 1
    • Worker Health and Safety
  • Other 20
    • Business Law – LLC Formation and Contractual Structuring
    • Contract and Leases
    • Dry Cleaning/Gas Station/UST’s
    • Dumping
    • Grading
    • Hazardous Materials Business Plan Law
    • Hazardous Waste Control Law
    • Lake and Streambed Alterations
    • Enforcement Defense – Litigation, Administrative, and Private Attorney General
    • Environmental Prosecution, Civil and Criminal
    • Metal Plating
    • Native American Sites
    • Pesticides
    • Petrochemical Production Industries
    • Real Property Law and Contract Issues
    • Remediation, Soil and Groundwater
    • Safe Drinking Water
    • Sewage
    • Superfund Litigation and Cost Recovery, Federal and State
    • Water Supply/Rights

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