
Troutman Pepper Locke LLP fields an electric power litigation practice serving investor-owned utilities, investors and energy project developers across the mid-market. The team handles complex disputes and regulatory matters spanning transmission development, electric restructuring, antitrust and competition issues, generation and transmission rate design, and FERC enforcement, and is further distinguished by notable hydropower expertise and a strong track record before agencies, legislatures and courts. Atlanta-based Brandon Marzo co-leads the group, while Washington DC partner Christopher R. Jones represents utilities, holding companies and investors before FERC and federal courts, with significant appellate experience. Charles Sensiba is recognized for hydropower work, William Derasmo for prosecuting FERC complaints involving transmission planning and coordination, and Russell Kooistra for advising on federal electricity and gas regulation and related administrative litigation.
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Key clients
- Ameren Corporation
- NiSource, Inc.
- Grand River Dam Authority
- LG&E and KU
- PacifiCorp
- Eugene Water and Electric Board
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Brandon Marzo; Christopher Jones
Other key lawyers
Charles Sensiba; William Derasmo; Russell Kooistra
