Norman Law & Policy PLLC
W. Caffey Norman, Owner
Independent counsel in Washington, D.C.
Norman Law & Policy PLLC
W. Caffey Norman, Owner
Independent counsel in Washington, D.C.
Two areas of concentration, each reflecting over four decades of experience at the federal and international level.
Advises financial institutions and foreign governmental entities (including central banks) on regulatory, governance, and cross-border matters, with particular focus on the Middle East and North Africa.
Work spans bank regulation, correspondent relationships, and Washington representation. For UAE licensing/regulatory matters, Mr. Asrat Betru, formerly senior staff at the UAE Central Bank, is available for consultation.
Represents manufacturers and industry groups before EPA, OSHA, and state regulators on the control of hazardous chemicals, including toxic substances, stratospheric ozone depletion, and climate policy.
Has successfully challenged federal regulations in the U.S. Courts of Appeals, including the recent East Fork decision that changes how EPA regulates toxic chemicals.
Mr. Norman practiced for decades in Washington, D.C. as a partner at a global law firm, before establishing an independent practice focused on banking and foreign sovereign representation alongside environmental regulatory work.
The focus of his international work has been advising financial institution/governmental clients on matters that may involve U.S. authorities and foreign central banks. His environmental practice has centered on the regulation of hazardous chemicals by federal and state agencies, and on the litigation that follows when a product or substance is targeted for phase-out.
Representative Matters
W. Caffey Norman represents a number of foreign governments and financial institutions in connection with legal problems and policy issues arising out of their investments and activities, including sanctions and related U.S. policy initiatives. He represented Abu Dhabi in the BCCI scandal and the 20-year global liquidation that followed. If there is a single theme in his practice it is helping clients evaluate and address risk where governmental action is involved, particularly in crisis situations.
Representative Matters
W. Caffey Norman’s environmental practice focuses on the regulation of hazardous chemicals by the Environmental Protection Agency, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and various state regulatory agencies. He has been particularly active in the subject areas of toxic substances, stratospheric ozone depletion, and climate change. For many years he has developed and implemented strategies to defend products targeted for phase-out or use reduction, including successful challenges to regulations in the U.S. Courts of Appeals. Most recently, his efforts led to a landmark decision fundamentally changing the way EPA regulates under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), East Fork Enterprises v. EPA, No. 24-60227.
Press coverage and commentary on recent matters.
Legal and policy experts assess how the East Fork decision affects EPA’s risk evaluations and rules under TSCA, with comment from Caffey Norman on the court’s requirement that EPA weigh studies showing no effect.
5th Circ. Says EPA Went Too Far With Chemical Ban
Coverage of the Fifth Circuit's decision vacating the EPA's 2024 methylene chloride rule, in a case argued on behalf of East Fork Enterprises Inc. and Epic Paint Co.
Court Rejection of Methylene Chloride Rule to Shape Next Policy
Analysis of how the Fifth Circuit's ruling is likely to shape the EPA's future approach to chemical risk regulation under TSCA, with commentary on its implications for related cases.
Specialists who work with Norman Law & Policy on matters requiring particular regional or regulatory expertise.
