Brad Thompson, team lead of Duane Morris LLP‘s energy group, offers extensive experience in energy litigation involving complex, nine-figure disputes, as well as M&A, transactions, and regulatory compliance. His practice spans both national and cross-border matters, advising public and private equity clients.
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Austin Elite

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Position

Brad Thompson’s Chambers'-ranked practice focuses on complex commercial issues across a broad range of industries, with a particular focus on the energy and healthcare industries. He also serves as a team lead for the Duane Morris Energy industry group and is a member of the firm's governing Partners Board. Within the energy industry, Mr. Thompson has extensive experience from refineries to renewable energy facilities, with particular experience in megaproject EPC construction disputes. In the renewable energy industry, he represents clients in a range of energy-related issues involving disputes, transactions and regulatory compliance matters. In the healthcare industry, Mr. Thompson has experience representing healthcare and pharmaceutical providers in various levels of disputes and compliance-related matters.

Career
  • Duane Morris LLP
    - Partner, 2017-present
  • King & Spalding LLP
    - Associate/Partner, 2008-2013; 2014-2017
  • Circular Energy
    - President and General Counsel, 2013-2014
  • Dewey Ballantine
    - Associate, 2004-2008
Memberships
  • ACORE (American Council on Renewable Energy) - Leadership Council
  • Texas Bar Association
Education

University of Texas School of Law, J.D., with honors, 2004

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Key clients

  • NRG Energy, Inc. and Direct Energy Services, LLC Entrypoint RNG Partners LLC.

Work highlights

Served as national counsel for NRG and affiliates, including Direct Energy, in regulatory matters. Successfully challenged a Maryland PSC order expanding the Telephone Solicitation Act, including amicus representation before the Maryland Supreme Court, resulting in a settlement.