Energy & Natural Resources
USA Guide 2024 : Georgia
Band 1
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Provided by Troutman Pepper
Support of the electric and gas utility industry has been a focus of our firm since its founding more than 100 years ago. More than 140 attorneys practice in the power sector – serving the nation’s largest investor-owned utilities on the electric industry’s most pressing issues.
Broad regulatory capability: We help utility clients obtain successful outcomes in various regulatory proceedings before their state utility commissions. These matters include rate cases, fuel cases, integrated resource planning, certifications of new generation including new nuclear generation, RFPs for purchase power, renewable development, certifications, and RFPs for renewable resources and qualifying facility contracting processes.
Extensive experience: Our lawyers collectively have more than 100 years of experience in representing clients before state governing regulatory bodies. We also have substantial experience addressing Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues and coordinating strategies for clients to address matters that cross state and federal jurisdictions.
- Structuring successful transactions: We help energy clients, including utilities, unregulated subsidiaries of holding companies, developers, and other entities in structuring transactions in the acquisition and development areas.
Chambers Review
Troutman Pepper has a market-leading practice consisting of a large and experienced team with a focus on areas including renewable energy and nuclear power regulation. Regulatory issues, including certifications of new generation, rate cases and integrated resource planning, are a particular strength. Also regularly called upon to assist clients with issues concerning renewable development and qualifying facility contracting processes. Acts for a wide range of prominent statewide and national corporations.
Work Highlights
- Troutman Pepper advised Georgia Power Company at the Georgia Public Service Commission in connection to its alternative rate plan.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Troutman team understands our business more than many of our own employees. They are much more than attorneys, they serve as consultants in many regards."
"The Troutman team understands our business more than many of our own employees. They are much more than attorneys, they serve as consultants in many regards."
Notable Practitioners
Eric Koontz handles wide-ranging corporate and securities matters in the energy space, including project finance and M&A.
Brandon Marzo brings to bear extensive regulatory and transactional strength, advising on matters such as RFPs and rate cases. He is particularly noted for his representation of utilities.
"Brandon is the best at thinking through strategic issues and preparing a witness for cross-examination."
"Brandon Marzo is a collaborative, unflappable, skilled litigator with deep utility expertise."
Steven Hewitson has a robust energy practice which focuses on advising energy companies on regulatory compliance issues, as well as advising on enforcement matters.
"Steven is very strategic and he gives great guidance."
"Steven Hewitson is a good advocate."
Brian Harms handles a variety of commercial and transactional mandates within the energy sector. He often leads on power purchase agreements and project development advice.
"Brian's work demonstrates his commercial knowledge."
Ranked Lawyers at
Troutman Pepper
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