Representing major energy companies as both plaintiffs and defendants, Bracewell LLP has a strong pedigree in multidistrict and multi-party litigation and arbitration, with a notable specialism in disputes regarding compensation for energy infrastructure investments. The practice is co-led by Houston’s Stephen Crain, a name to note for power trading disputes, and Deanna E. King in Austin, who advises foreign clients on issues related to participation in the US energy markets, such as market access, competition and cross-border matters. Seattle-based Tyler S. Johnson acts in cases involving compliance with the Federal Power Act, FERC proceedings as well as related appellate litigation, and is noted for expertise in transmission and rate matters linked to the Bonneville Power Administration. In Washington DC, Michael Brooks focuses on commodities and derivatives with ties to electricity markets, which is also at the core of Bradley Benoit‘s practice in Houston. Andrew Zeve left the firm in January 2023, while Rachael Marsh departed in June 2023.
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Key clients
- Tenaska Power Services Co
- Tenaska, Inc.
- Tenaska Gateway Partners
- Tenaska Frontier Partners
- Kiowa Power Partners
- Shell Energy North America (US), L.P.
- Arroyo Investors
- Powerex Corp.
- Alliance of Cooperative Energy Services Power
- New York State Electric & Gas Corporation
Work highlights
- Represented Tenaska Power Services Co in the consolidated, multidistrict litigation arising from Winter Storm Uri.
- Represented Goldfinch Energy Holdings LLC in a dispute with the founder of a company acquired by Goldfinch.
- Represented Shell in western energy markets cases involving long-term contracts, that continue to be litigated before FERC.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Stephen Crain; Deanna E. King
Other key lawyers
Bradley Benoit; Catherine McCarthy; Michael Brooks; Tyler S. Johnson