Neil Gormley

Neil Gormley is a Staff Attorney at Earthjustice, a prominent non-profit environmental law organization. He has been with Earthjustice since September 2010, initially working in Juneau, Alaska, and currently based in Washington, D.C. Gormley specializes in legal advocacy for environmental protection and conservation issues.

Education and Background

Gormley earned his law degree magna cum laude from Harvard Law School and holds an undergraduate degree summa cum laude from Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service. His professional journey includes serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in El Salvador and clerking for the Honorable Marsha S. Berzon of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.12

Role at Earthjustice

At Earthjustice, Gormley is involved in mapping strategies, developing cases, and drafting legal briefs. He emphasizes the importance of giving a voice to communities affected by environmental decisions and believes that lawyers play a crucial role in holding governments accountable to societal aspirations.13 His work has contributed to numerous victories in environmental litigation, reflecting Earthjustice's mission to protect public health and natural resources.1

Recent Developments

As of August 2024, Gormley is transitioning from his role at Earthjustice to focus on a new initiative aimed at rewilding the Potomac River, indicating a shift towards practical environmental restoration efforts after over a decade in legal advocacy.34

Neil Gormley's commitment to environmental justice and his extensive background make him a significant figure in the field of environmental law.