Rebecca Human
Rebecca Human

Rebecca Human

Associate

Seattle

Introduction

Rebecca helps businesses comply with environmental laws governing their operations.

Rebecca Human assists businesses in addressing and complying with environmental regulations. She has experience advising companies on their responsibilities under the Clean Water Act; the Clean Air Act; the Safe Drinking Water Act; the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; the Model Toxics Control Act; and many other state and federal environmental laws. She also helps land developers strategize the cleanup of contaminated properties and assists renewable energy companies in solving permit and land-use concerns.  

Rebecca represents clients in front of administrative agencies, particularly before the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. She has significant experience helping clients understand complicated regulatory requirements for solid waste hauling and handling, and she also represents public utilities in rate-setting and compliance matters.  

Rebecca maintains a committed pro bono practice, especially in immigration law. She has represented clients applying for citizenship and seeking asylum and has assisted with writing several amicus and appellate briefs.  

Rebecca is a graduate of Harvard Law School, where she was a member of the Disability Law Students Association and helped found Dear Future Colleague, a nonprofit that provides mentorship and guidance for underrepresented law students. 

Education & credentials

  • Harvard Law School, J.D., 2023
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.A., English and Political Science, 2019
  • Baird Holm, Omaha, NE, Summer Associate, 2021
  • Nebraska Appleseed, Lincoln, NE, Summer Law Clerk, 2020

Professional recognition

  • Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Energy Law; Environmental Law, 2026