Connie Rogers Brings Over Two Decades of Expertise to Parsons Behle & Latimer in Natural Resources Law

Connie Rogers Joins Parsons Behle & Latimer

Parsons Behle & Latimer, a regional law firm, recently announced a significant addition to its roster, welcoming attorney Connie Rogers as a senior of counsel. With a rich background spanning over 25 years in the realm of environmental law, she brings an extensive wealth of experience that is set to enhance the firm's practices related to energy, the environment, and natural resources.

Prior to her appointment at Parsons, Rogers was the principal of All-Terrain Law, LLC, where she offered legal counsel primarily to clients within the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Her practice there was dedicated to guiding projects through each stage—from conceptual planning to implementation—with a strong focus on minimizing risks and delays. This experience is ideal for her current role at Parsons, where she will persist in concentrating on environmental and natural resources law, particularly for ventures occurring on public and tribal lands.

Rogers expressed her enthusiasm about joining the firm, stating, "I have partnered with Parsons' lawyers as co-counsel for more than 20 years to bring value to mutual clients. It is an honor to join my friends and colleagues at Parsons to continue and grow that work." Her presence is anticipated to lend additional expertise and support that will greatly benefit her clients. "This is such an obvious collaboration and fit that in some respects, it was long overdue!" she added.

Rogers enjoys a strong reputation for her proficiency in advising clients on compliance with a variety of legal frameworks, including federal land management statutes, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), species protection laws, and cultural resource concerns under federal Indian law. Additionally, her background in international human rights and Indigenous Peoples’ issues is expected to further enrich the service capabilities at Parsons.

The firm’s Energy, Environmental & Natural Resources practice Chairperson, Michael A. Zody, expressed excitement regarding Rogers' addition, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Connie to our firm. Her extensive experience and deep understanding of environmental and public lands law, plus her legal expertise in Indigenous Peoples issues, will significantly enhance our ability to serve clients in the natural resources sector. Connie is a leader in her area of specialization, and we couldn't be more pleased to welcome her to the firm."

Rogers is actively involved in several reputable organizations, including the Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law, the American Exploration and Mining Association, and the Business and Human Rights Lawyers Association. Her service as the deputy solicitor for Energy and Mineral Resources at the U.S. Department of the Interior, where she handled a myriad of issues linked to renewable and conventional energy and mineral resources on Interior-managed lands, is a testimonial to her extensive career.

Academically, she holds a Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Arts from William Jewell College. She is fully licensed to practice law in Colorado and New Mexico.

As Parsons Behle & Latimer moves forward, the firm is well-positioned to leverage Connie Rogers’ extensive expertise to better serve clients navigating the complexities of natural resources law, facilitating progress in projects that harmonize legal compliance with environmental sustainability.