
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP’s energy regulation and litigation group is well-regarded for handling complex regulatory matters, high-profile FERC and state proceedings, and energy-related disputes and appeals. The team frequently advises utilities and private equity firms on acquisitions involving FERC-jurisdictional assets and large generating facilities. It is also active in energy litigation before both FERC and the courts. Practice head William Hollaway brings extensive experience advising vertically integrated public utilities, independent power producers, and transmission companies on regulatory and transactional matters. Victoria Lauterbach is a key contact for regulatory and transactional advice, representing both renewable and traditional energy companies. Janine Durand advises businesses involved in energy transmission and generation, with particular experience in merchant transmission projects and renewable energy developments. All team members based in Washington DC.
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- Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company
- Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
- Elliott Investment Management
- MidAmerican Energy Company
- Neptune Regional Transmission System
- Midwest Energy, Inc.
- IMG Energy Solutions
- Pine Gate Renewables
- Essential Utilities, Inc.
- Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.
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Practice head
William Hollaway
Other key lawyers
Victoria Lauterbach; Janine Durand; Simon Moskovitz