Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
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K&L Gates is active within the FERC regulatory context for power clients as well as offering representation before state commissions and federal courts. It is frequently seen in transmission cost allocation, interconnection agreements and NERC reliability matters.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates acted for Duke Energy Florida in a complaint filed at FERC against NextEra alleging its utilities Florida Power & Light and Gulf Power had, among other issues, violated the transmission service and planning obligations in their tariff.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The professionals at K&L Gates quickly grasp complex concepts and apply them to benefit the client."
"The K&L Gates team is constantly available for questions and support across any number of topics."
"The professionals at K&L Gates quickly grasp complex concepts and apply them to benefit the client."
"The K&L Gates team is constantly available for questions and support across any number of topics."
Notable Practitioners
Donald Kaplan's regulatory expertise is frequently sought after by transmission owners and other industry clients, particularly concerning costs and rate calculations.
David Wochner is well thought of for his practice relating to LNG. He can be often found in front of FERC handling significant project authorization matters and in front of the Department of Energy in respect of natural gas export matters.
"David is an exceptional collaborator, resource and facilitator with deep industry knowledge and contacts."
"David Wochner has tremendous knowledge. He goes above and beyond to find the answer."
"David is a maestro of all things regulatory in the US energy space."
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 really strategic. She takes a much longer view on what is good for her clients and how to approach FERC."
"Kimberly does not only understand our needs, but provides critical, significant and strategic advice that fits us."
"Kimberly is responsive, always ahead of deadlines, strategic and quickly grasps complex issues."
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