Natasha Gianvecchio > Latham & Watkins LLP > Washington DC, United States > Lawyer Profile

Latham & Watkins LLP‘s Washington DC-based power regulatory practice has longstanding experience with all areas of the energy market, where the firm is often sought out to advise on the regulatory aspects of transactions as well as matters such as tariff compliance, generation and transmission development, and administrative litigation before FERC. Natasha Gianvecchio, who leads the team, is particularly well versed in handling long-term power purchase agreements on behalf of independent power developers and owners. David Schwartz is reputed for his involvement in the formation of the developing electricity markets in the US and continues to advise on a broad spectrum of matters in the sector, including rate cases and M&A deals. The generation, transmission and distribution of electric energy as well as energy storage form part of Tyler Brown‘s area of focus, while Anna Biegelsen and James Blackburn are further names to note in the team.

Latham & Watkins LLP represents industry participants in policy and enforcement matters before FERC, the DOE, CFTC, PHMSA, and other federal agencies, while also providing regulatory support to transactions within the oil and gas industry. Practice co-head Patrick Nevins advises pipeline companies and LNG developers on major infrastructure projects, regulatory matters, and administrative litigation. Natasha Gianvecchio also co-heads the team and focuses on natural gas-related work in addition to her electric power expertise. David Schwartz is noted for his experience advising clients involved in gas marketing, trading, transportation, and distribution. Tyler Brown concentrates his practice on administrative litigation, regulatory, and transactional work regarding financings and acquisitions in the energy industry. Eugene Elrod left the firm in November 2023. The team is located in Washington DC.