Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA
What the team is known for
McDermott Will & Emery LLP is a rapidly developing practice replete with expertise in regulatory and litigation matters, including representation before FERC, NERC and the CFTC as well as state regulatory bodies. Capable of advising on the full spectrum of power market rules compliance and related proceedings on behalf of a wide client base. Provides expert representation in the context of investigations and audits in the power sector as well as managing merger and acquisition approvals.
Strengths
"The team has deep experience and understanding of complex regulatory and energy issues that require sophisticated analyses and approaches."
"They have excellent knowledge of FERC law and issues."
Work highlights
McDermott Will & Emery LLP advised Tenaska on FERC issues in connection with its acquisition of Osaka Gas's interests in Tenaska Gateway, which owns an 845 MW natural gas-fired generation facility in Texas.
Notable practitioners
David Tewksbury expertly advises clients on power market matters, including rulemaking and compliance, as well as acting as regulatory counsel in M&A. "David is an excellent resource. He consistently delivers outstanding service and legal counsel on very complex issues." "He is very thoughtful and analytical." "David is phenomenal. He is clever practical, clever and an extremely creative problem solver."
Neil Levy has expertise in a broad array of power market proceedings and regulatory compliance alongside further capabilities assisting with oil and gas sector issues.
Frederick (Fritz) Lark advises private equity sponsors and electric companies on mergers, acquisitions and investments across the sector. "He is a smart lawyer and very commercial." "Fritz is pragmatic and solutions-oriented."
Jack Langlois advises on mergers, acquisitions, sales and joint ventures for a broad array of clients. "He is very business-oriented, knowledgeable and efficient." "His attention to detail, understanding of commercial matters and commitment to his client are exemplary."
Stephanie Lim has considerable expertise in a broad range of power market rulemaking interventions and other disputes before FERC. She also manages the approval process for transactions. "Stephanie is an excellent resource who consistently delivers outstanding work product on complex legal issues." "She is very knowledgeable on FERC matters."
Bruce Richardson notably advises clients on compliance with NERC reliability rules and reactive power services.