Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 5
Contact number
+1 412 355 6500Chambers Review
K&L Gates is active within the FERC regulatory context for power clients as well as offering representation before state commissions and federal courts. Frequently seen in transmission cost allocation, interconnection agreements and NERC reliability matters. Also well thought of in the regulatory environment related to hydroelectric power assets.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates acted as co-counsel to the PJM Transmission Owners in challenges to the transmission cost allocation methodology for the PJM Regional Transmission Organization for several projects in Northern New Jersey.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team have a deep knowledge and experience of the intricacies of federal energy regulations."
"The team have a deep knowledge and experience of the intricacies of federal energy regulations."
Notable Practitioners
Donald Kaplan's regulatory expertise is frequently sought by transmission owners and other industry clients, particularly concerning costs and rate calculations.
"He is a strong advocate and a good strategist."
Kimberly Frank's practice sees her represent electric cooperatives and other power companies at FERC. Her expertise includes compliance issues and rate cases.
"Kimberly is a committed advocate and experienced attorney who is passionate about her clients and her work."