Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
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Band 3
Contact number
+1 202 639 6000Chambers Review
Jenner & Block LLP is a strong litigation-focused offering in the electricity space. The firm possesses strength in power market reform matters including expertise in renewable energy. It boasts established FERC expertise and capabilities across grid resilience, rate and policy issues.
Work Highlights
- Jenner & Block LLP intervened on behalf of Constellation Energy in defense of FERC's implementation of an order allowing state-supported zero-emitting generators to reflect their subsidies when submitting offers in power auctions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Jenner & Block is excellent in all areas, from basic nuts-and-bolts to strategy."
"Jenner & Block is excellent in all areas, from basic nuts-and-bolts to strategy."
Notable Practitioners
John Estes III is a stellar attorney highly regarded for his work on behalf of major power market clients on a broad array of FERC disputes and enforcement actions.
"John Estes is the best attorney out there. He is smart and he knows everybody."
"John is very good about thinking strategically about the next several steps ahead."
"John Estes provides unique insight into agency policymaking and unparalleled history and experience."
Suedeen Kelly leverages her expertise as a former FERC commissioner to advise clients on a broad array of regulatory proceedings and rulemaking interventions.
"Suedeen Kelly impresses due to her breadth of experience, judgment and attention to detail."
"Suedeen Kelly is a force of nature."
"Suedeen has a tremendous ability to break down complex issues into easy to understand and manageable topics."
Matthew Price is noted for his work representing energy corporations and non-profit organizations in proceedings before FERC, including cost and market rule matters.
"Matthew is very sharp and easy to work with. His oral submissions are top-notch."
"Matthew Price is one of the most strategic lawyers I have worked with."
"Matthew has very good judgment and the ability to tackle issues in the regulatory and litigation space in a thorough and practical way."
Raunaq Kohli provides expert regulatory support on A&D transactions and project development in the power space. His clients include both energy companies and financial institutions.
William Barksdale is recommended for his expertise in handling complex investigations and enforcement proceedings before the FERC.
"He is very knowledgeable."