International Arbitration
United States
11 February 2025
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP’s energy regulatory team is a key player in the US power sector, advising on complex federal and state regulatory frameworks and engaging with all relevant government agencies. The firm has deep expertise in federal matters related to the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act, the Federal Power Act, the Public Utility Holding Company Act, and regional transmission organizations. The practice is co-led by Caileen Kateri Gamache, in Houston, who focuses on guiding project developers, sponsors, and investors through regulatory challenges in renewable energy projects. Washington DC-based Robert Shapiro specializes in project finance, power purchase agreements, and regulatory defense of long-term power contracts. Also in DC, Joseph Williams brings extensive experience representing clients before FERC and CFTC on regulatory compliance, enforcement, and market-related issues, ensuring clients effectively navigate evolving energy regulations.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Norton Rose is best of class in this area. They have a strong team with a deep understanding of the business and exceptional contacts in the private and public sectors.’
‘Joseph Williams is top notch and an incredibly effective advocate for his clients.’
‘The pre-eminent energy practice in the US, with the deepest bench.’
‘They see the most sophisticated deals and are always on top of the latest developments’
Key clients
- The AES Corporation
- Leeward Renewable Energy LLC
- Origis Energy
- rPlus Energies LLC
- Deutsche Bank AG
Work highlights
Represented the syndicate of lenders to the US$11 billion debt financing of SunZia Wind and Transmission.
Provided regulatory advice and represented Beal Bank/CLMG Corp on the FERC applications in the disposition for generating facilities in three separate transactions.
Challenged an order from FERC on behalf of XO Energy at the DC Circuit Court of Appeal.
Lawyers
Practice head
Caileen Gamache; Robert Shapiro; Joseph Williams