John Petoskey

Associate Attorney Midwest Office

Associate Attorney John Petoskey

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John Petoskey is an associate attorney in Earthjustice’s Midwest Regional Office in Chicago. Prior to coming to Earthjustice, John was an associate at the Environmental Law and Policy Center. He holds a J.D. from University of Michigan Law School and an M.S. from the UM School for Environment and Sustainability. John is an enrolled citizen of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and grew up on his tribe’s reservation in Peshawbestown, Michigan.

The Latest from John Petoskey

January 2, 2024

In the News: ABC12

Michigan regulators say emissions from Ajax plant meet standards

"EGLE needs to do more to ensure that not only that the community knows about pollution, but that pollution in the community is reduced."
April 13, 2023

In the News: Michigan Live

Flint, Ajax, community groups explain appeals for controversial asphalt plant permit

“Environmental justice is critically important in this appeal because of the consequences of the facility. We’re hoping that that was communicated today and it requires EGLE to engage with these communities in a way that protects their public health and preserves clean air.”