Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA
What the team is known for
Venable LLP is a focused team with an impressive practice representing oil and petroleum product shippers against pipeline owners. Particularly well regarded for work representing the airline industry and airport facilities as well as significant clients in the propane and refining industries. Frequently seen in technical and complex rate cases and rulemakings at FERC and in federal court. Able to advise clients on a range of issues, such as income tax allowances, rate indexation and market manipulation.
Strengths
"Venable has a strong understanding of complex matters."
Work highlights
Venable LLP represented Husky Marketing & Supply Company and Phillips 66 in a challenge to tariff filings by Keystone to increase its rates for committed transportation service on its crude oil pipeline.
Notable practitioners
Richard Powers is a go-to counsel for shippers and airlines in a range of dispute and rulemaking petitions. "Richard is an outstanding lawyer with great strategic and tactical instincts."
Steven Adducci has considerable experience representing airlines, shippers and trade associations in a broad range of FERC proceedings. "Steven is a great attorney, with excellent capabilities for dealing with complex matters." "He is thorough, insightful and creative."
Gregory Wagner has recognized experience in litigation and transactional support matters across the oil and gas sector. "Gregory is well versed in the latest issues and laws in the pipeline regulatory space. He provides timely and actionable advice."