Kim Logue Ortega

Associate Vice President J.S. Held LLC

  • New Orleans LA

ESG Strategist | Environmental Risk & Compliance Expert | Environmental Management Systems Advisor

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Biography

Kimberly Logue Ortega specializes in environmental risk and compliance. With over fifteen years of experience in the areas of environmental and natural resources law, Ms. Logue provides consulting and expert services for industrial facilities and law firms throughout the country. She has extensive experience with assessing and managing potential and ongoing compliance obligations with innovative client-focused strategies. Ms. Logue conducts environmental compliance audits, advises clients on the development of effective environmental management systems, and conducts due diligence associated with mergers and acquisitions. She routinely supports clients on rulemaking and legislative efforts focused on environmental and natural resources issues.

Kim was a contributor to J.S. Held's 2025 Global Risk Report.

Industry Expertise

Legal Services
Environmental Services
Energy
Cleantech

Areas of Expertise

Environmental Compliance
Risk Identification & Management
Agency Interface
Environmental Auditing
Independent Monitorship
Due Diligence
Regulatory Advocacy
Environmental Management System Development

Accomplishments & Recognitions

Mid-South Super Lawyers Rising Star (Environmental, Appellate)

Associated with PPGMR Law, PLLC

Leadership Greater Little Rock

Class XXXIII

Event Appearances

Infrastructure from the Ground Up

December 2024 | ABA Forum on Construction Law  New Orleans, LA

Articles

Unmasking Greenwashing: Avoiding Potentially Deceptive Practices

JD Supra

2024

This article explores greenwashing, a deceptive practice where exaggerated or false ESG claims are made, and recent regulatory actions.

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Crosscurrents: Companies Face Regulatory Uncertainties in Wake of SCOTUS Decisions

JD Supra

2024

Learn more about the consequences of potential regulatory rollbacks, impacts and risks to US businesses, and how companies can navigate regulatory turbulence.

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Will Derivative Shareholder Litigation Be the New Firing Line for Ensuring Achievement of Corporate Sustainability Goals?

JD Supra

2023

Mitigating climate change impacts is becoming a critical business priority, and the pressure to achieve corporate sustainability objectives is mounting as investment-focused regulations continue to drive companies toward net-zero emissions.

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Education

Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University

J.D.

Environmental Law

2007

University of Central Arkansas

B.S.

Biology

2004

Licenses and Certifications

American Bar Association

Section on Environment, Energy, & Resources

Arkansas Bar Association

Environmental Law Section

Texas Bar Association

Environment & Natural Resources Law Section
State of Texas

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Spotlight

1 min

What Is Greenhushing & Why Does It Matter?

A recent global survey of 1,400 sustainability executives showed that 58% of companies are engaging in “greenhushing” or intentionally decreasing their sustainability communications due to fear of facing government or public backlash. In this video, Kimberly Logue Ortega discusses why greenhushing has become a trend and examines the consequences as they relate to litigation, reputational risks, and progress toward global sustainability goals. To learn more about our Environmental Risk & Compliance Consulting Services click on the button below: Looking to know more or connect with Kim Logue Ortega about Greenhushing and its implications? Simply click on the icon to arrange an interview today.

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