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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.

Work Highlights

  • Eversheds Sutherland LLP represented Oglethorpe in the issue and sale of an additional $350 million issuance of first mortgage bonds to finance Vogtle 3 and 4. The firm additionally handled the OEM agreement, EPC agreement and LTSA agreement pertaining to its construction of certain gas generation facilities.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Herbert J Short Jr
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Herbert J Short Jr
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Band 1
US practice head Herbert Short attracts an impressive client base, advising prominent cooperatives alongside leading global financial institutions on energy matters.
Peter Fozzard
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Peter Fozzard
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Band 1
Peter Fozzard acts for a broad range of electric cooperatives and is adept at handling transactions such as sales, purchases and loan acquisitions.

Peter delivers the gold standard of service for energy matters.

Thomas H Warren
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Thomas H Warren
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Band 1

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

Tom is very likable and is really strong on purchase power agreements.

Cindy Upchurch
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Cindy Upchurch
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Band 2
Cindy Upchurch frequently acts for leading energy cooperatives on financial transactions such as negotiating credit facilities and lease financings.

Cindy's advice is sound and explained well. In addition to providing an answer or solution, she explains the 'whys' behind the result, providing context and creating confidence in the response.

James A. Orr
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James A. Orr
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Band 2
James Orr handles high-value energy disputes, including both regulatory mandates and class actions.
Darryl Smith
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Darryl Smith
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Up and Coming
Darryl Smith has a strong practice handling capital markets transactions in the energy space. He has additional expertise in SEC compliance.
Michael Petrov
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Michael Petrov
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Up and Coming

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 does excellent work on complex matters and is unfailingly responsive and reliable.

Kathryn Wymer Clarke
Kathryn Wymer Clarke
Associates to watch
Katie Wymer is developing a strong reputation as an associate supporting energy transactions.

Ranked Lawyers at
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources

Herbert J Short Jr
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Herbert J Short Jr
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Band 1
Peter Fozzard
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Peter Fozzard
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Band 1
Thomas H Warren
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Thomas H Warren
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Band 1
Cindy Upchurch
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Cindy Upchurch
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Band 2
James A. Orr
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James A. Orr
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Band 2
Darryl Smith
U
Darryl Smith
U
Up and Coming
Michael Petrov
U
Michael Petrov
U
Up and Coming
Kathryn Wymer Clarke
Kathryn Wymer Clarke
Associates to watch