
What we do
Since its founding in 1994, Egan, Fitzpatrick, Malsch & Lawrence has established itself as one of the leading litigation firms in the world in the areas of natural resources damage, nuclear energy, hazardous waste, the defense nuclear complex, and other complex matters typically involving science, technology, or the environment. In the nuclear field in particular, the firm has managed many of the highest-profile cases in the world.

Joseph R. Egan
In Tribute | 1954 - 2008
In tribute to one of our founding partners who passed away May 7, 2008. Melrose, Minnesota native, Joe Egan, was one of the nation’s top nuclear attorneys and a champion of non-proliferation causes. The son of turkey farmer Dick Egan and his wife Lucy from Melrose, Egan made his way to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning three degrees, in physics, nuclear engineering, and technology & policy.

Charles J. Fitzpatrick
In Tribute | 1944 - 2025
Charles J. Fitzpatrick, who was Managing Partner of Egan, Fitzpatrick, Malsch & Lawrence, PLLC, passed away on December 28, 2025. After receiving his law degree from St. Mary's University School of Law, Fitzpatrick practiced law in Texas until the time of his death.
