Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA
What the team is known for
CBL Energy Law PLLC is an oil regulatory boutique comprising a number of highly experienced practitioners. Excels in pipeline work, predominantly on the liquids transportation side. Offers pipeline owners a fantastically deep understanding of how best to manage FERC and state regulatory issues. Noted for excellent capability in pipeline ratemaking and appellate matters before the DC Circuit. Continues to develop a strong natural gas pipeline offering, acting in both interstate and intrastate regulatory matters.
Strengths
"CBL are regulatory experts in this field."
Work highlights
CBL Energy Law PLLC represented the Designated Carriers in proceedings before FERC and the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit regarding the calculation of FERC's index level for the five-year period from 1 July 2020 through 30 June 2026.
Notable practitioners
Charles Caldwell has considerable experience representing pipeline owners in a wide range of FERC proceedings, particularly those concerning tariffs and rates of return as well as advising on related appeals. "He is strong in the courtroom." "He is an outstanding lawyer and a leader on oil pipeline regulation."
Elizabeth Kohlhausen has considerable experience advising liquid pipeline owners and operators on regulatory compliance and FERC proceedings, including rate cases. "She is an expert in her field and is very pragmatic."
Amy Hoff concentrates her practice in the crude oil and refined products space. She is particularly adept at representing clients in rate litigation proceedings before FERC. "She is very knowledgeable in the space, practical and pragmatic."
Dean Lefler acts as regulatory counsel to pipeline and oil and gas companies concerning a range of FERC matters including rate filings.
Deborah Repman has notable experience handling a range of liquids pipeline matters, including disputes over tariffs, rates and federal rulemaking.