Energy & Natural Resources
USA Guide 2024 : Washington
Band 2
Contact number
206 623 9372Chambers Review
Van Ness Feldman LLP is a nationally regarded energy boutique. The Seattle team displays capability relating to a wide range of power sources including renewables, hydroelectric, natural gas and emerging technologies in hydrogen and biomass. The firm has a particular focus on project development, ably handling such issues as permitting, transmission and interconnection alongside broader expertise in environmental matters and land use.
Work Highlights
- Van Ness Feldman advised EDP Renewables on a number of matters including negotiations of commercial contracts and FERC compliance.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"All of the firm's practitioners are very knowledgeable and provide excellent service."
"The team provides very positive client service."
"All of the firm's practitioners are very knowledgeable and provide excellent service."
"The team provides very positive client service."
Notable Practitioners
Malcolm McLellan advises his electric utility clients on a wide range of regulatory and transactional matters. His experience includes rate disputes, licensing matters and power purchases.
"Malcolm has broad experience of energy issues in Washington."
"Malcolm is always available and responsive. He provides invaluable legal support on very complex issues."
"He has great technical knowledge of the subject matter area."