Offshore Energy
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 1
Contact number
+1.713.546.5400Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins LLP is a juggernaut in the offshore energy space, skillfully guiding global clients through both the biggest-ticket transactions and most complex regulatory proceedings. Offering experienced counsel on offshore oil and gas matters and on maritime issues, the firm is particularly highlighted for its pedigree in the offshore wind space. Latham & Watkins' attorneys have advised on joint venture formation, permitting, and project development and finance work for some of the most significant offshore wind projects in the USA.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins represented proposed floating liquefaction and LNG export project Delfin LNG in connection with regulatory authorizations, commercial contracting and financing.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins has a broad and deep practice."
"Latham & Watkins has a highly qualified and responsive team. They provide sharp communication and attention to client needs."
"Latham & Watkins has a broad and deep practice."
"Latham & Watkins has a highly qualified and responsive team. They provide sharp communication and attention to client needs."
Notable Practitioners
David Schwartz is an accomplished and highly regarded attorney particularly well known for his electricity regulatory practice. He is highlighted for his experience advising large offshore wind companies on the complex regulatory environment they face when seeking to enter the space in the USA.
"It is the commercial knowledge and the attention David Schwartz offers that brings about the best outcomes."
"David Schwartz is very much recognized for his FERC strength."
Janice Schneider has decades of experience in energy and environment law working with some of the largest sector clients on high-profile offshore projects. Her clients benefit from the experience she brings as a former Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management.
"Janice Schneider has deep familiarity with the regulatory processes. She gives good, frank advice and she is incredibly hard-working."
"Janice Schneider has been in this space since day one. She is an extremely knowledgeable person."
"Janice Schneider is one of the preeminent experts on all things regulatory. She has a stellar reputation among a broad range of stakeholders."