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Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Energy & Natural Resources

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Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources - Georgia

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What the Team is Known For
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP has a leading practice with a particular capability in energy regulatory and finance matters. Adeptly represents well-known clients in areas such as gas and power trading and project development, and enjoys a particularly fine reputation in the renewable energy space. Noted for its exceptional work with electric cooperatives, as well as its capabilities in energy taxation matters. Acts for leading energy and finance entities with statewide, national and global presences.
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Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP represented Upper Missouri G&T Electric Power Cooperative on all-requirements wholesale power contracts with each of its member cooperatives.

Strengths

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  • Eversheds Sutherland has attorneys that have decades of experience in the utility industry. This allows them to provide guidance based on years of institutional knowledge. The attorneys are also extremely open to suggestions and are always looking for ways to advise their clients to better their market position.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Herbert J Short Jr
    Herbert J Short Jr

    Herbert J Short Jr

    US practice head Herbert Short attracts an impressive client base, advising prominent cooperatives alongside leading global financial institutions on energy matters.

    • Herbert is exceptionally good and very experienced.

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  • Peter Fozzard
    Peter Fozzard

    Peter Fozzard

    Peter Fozzard acts for a broad range of electric cooperatives and is adept at handling transactions such as sales, purchases and loan acquisitions.

    • Peter has been wonderful to work with. He knows RUS and financing like the back of his hand.

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  • Thomas H Warren
    Thomas H Warren

    Thomas H Warren

    Thomas Warren advises on mergers, disposals and acquisitions in the energy space, fielding notable strength in the renewables market.

    • Thomas is a valued and trusted counsel.

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  • Cindy Upchurch
    Cindy Upchurch

    Cindy Upchurch

    Cindy Upchurch frequently acts for leading energy cooperatives on financial transactions such as negotiating credit facilities and lease financings.

    • Cindy does a great job of anticipating issues and helping us work through the minefields of transactions.

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  • James A. Orr
    James A. Orr

    James A. Orr

    James Orr handles high-value energy disputes, including both regulatory mandates and class actions.

    • James is always responsive. He is a lawyer's lawyer.

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  • Darryl Smith
    Darryl Smith

    Darryl Smith

    Darryl Smith has a strong practice handling capital markets transactions in the energy space. He has additional expertise in SEC compliance.

    • Darryl is a hard worker and dedicated professional. He knows financing and how best to advise his clients in challenging and highly technical environments.

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  • Michael Petrov
    Michael Petrov

    Michael Petrov

    Michael Petrov is an up-and-coming partner commended for his transactional practice in the energy space. He has notable expertise in sector-specific financing arrangements.

    • Michael is always thorough and practical in his approach.

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  • Kathryn Wymer Clarke
    Kathryn Wymer Clarke

    Kathryn Wymer Clarke

    Katie Wymer is developing a strong reputation as an associate supporting energy transactions.
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