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Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA
What the Team is Known For
CBL Energy Law PLLC is an oil regulatory boutique firm comprising a number of highly experienced practitioners. It excels in pipeline work, predominantly on the liquids transportation side. The firm offers pipeline owners a fantastically deep understanding of how best to manage FERC and state regulatory issues. It is noted for its excellent capability in pipeline ratemaking and appellate matters before the DC Circuit. The firm continues to develop a strong natural gas pipeline offering, acting in both interstate and intrastate regulatory matters.
Strengths
"CBL has a bench of talent."
"The firm is fantastic when it comes to the team's knowledge and skill in oil & gas regulatory law."
Work Highlights
CBL Energy Law PLLC represented Buckeye Partners, Energy Transfer and others in proceedings before FERC and the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit regarding the calculation of FERC’s index level for a five-year period from July 1st, 2020 to June 30th, 2026.
Notable practitioners
Charles Caldwell has considerable experience representing pipeline owners in a wide range of FERC proceedings, particularly those concerning tariffs and rates of return as well as advising on related appeals.
"Charles is one of the best oil pipeline lawyers."
"He is an excellent FERC lawyer. He is experienced and extremely well-connected."
Amy Hoff concentrates her practice in the crude oil and refined products space. She is particularly adept at representing clients in rate litigation proceedings before FERC.
"Amy is very astute in navigating the regulatory system."
Elizabeth Kohlhausen has considerable experience advising liquid pipeline owners and operators on regulatory compliance and FERC proceedings, including rate cases.
"Elizabeth has a really deep understanding of the regulatory regime and a good manner with clients."
"She is super responsive and creative when needed."
Dean Lefler acts as regulatory counsel to pipeline and oil and gas companies concerning a range of FERC matters including rate filings.
Deborah Repman has notable experience handling a range of liquids pipeline matters, including disputes over tariffs, rates and federal rulemaking.
"She offers a practical approach with commercially-oriented solutions."
Sabina Walia is recognized for her representation of natural gas pipeline owners in a variety of tariff proceedings and FERC certification issues.
"Sabina always makes sure we feel like her number one client. She is creative and thoughtful in her responses."
"She is very smart and practically minded."