Transportation: Rail (for Shippers)
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Provided by Thompson Hine LLP
We have extensive experience in rail and intermodal transportation matters, both with individual companies and at the national policy level. We have represented railroad customers in virtually every major rulemaking at the STB and its predecessor, the ICC, in the last 40 years. Clients rely on us for advice and representation related to:
- Strategies for efficient, cost-effective transportation of raw materials, components and finished products
- STB rulemakings on rail rates and service and competitive access, including switching arrangements and exempt commodities
- Rail fuel surcharge matters and litigation
- STB disputes involving rail rates, reasonable tariff practices and railroad service obligations
- STB federal preemption proceedings
- Rail and intermodal transportation contracts between and among shippers, carriers and intermediaries
- Regulatory requirements and risks involved in transporting hazardous materials by rail
- Rail car leases, track agreements and other rail-related agreements
- Rail contract, lease and service disputes
- Railroad construction, crossing and abandonment proceedings and other railroad-related property matters
- Competitive rail transportation options
Chambers Review
Thompson Hine LLP represents manufacturers, utilities and chemical companies, among other clients, in significant rail rate cases before the STB. It is heavily involved in significant legislative issues relating to rail regulatory reform on behalf of trade organizations. The team offers notable expertise in the regulatory environment surrounding the transportation of hazardous materials, while also advising on matters involving access rights, surcharges and rail abandonment. The firm also possesses significant experience in demurrage and rail car storage charge cases.
Work Highlights
- Thompson Hine LLP represented Delta Troy Interests in matters before federal and state governing bodies related to a proposed Dallas-to-Houston high-speed passenger rail project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Thompson Hine is well-equipped to handle complex and sophisticated matters in relation to the railroad industry."
"The team is extremely responsive and proactive."
"Thompson Hine is well-equipped to handle complex and sophisticated matters in relation to the railroad industry."
"The team is extremely responsive and proactive."
Notable Practitioners
Karyn Booth represents trade associations, large corporations and shippers in commercial railroad disputes and regulatory matters.
"Karyn is fabulous. Her technical expertise is top-notch and she has great connections."
"Karyn is an invaluable asset on matters."
Jeffrey Moreno represents a variety of clients drawn from the utility, agricultural and chemical sectors. He regularly advises on matters involving rail rate regulation as well as handling general regulatory investigations.
"Jeffrey is a great counsel and is very informed."
Sandra Brown has a strong practice in regulatory rail issues, including rail transportation and abandonment contract negotiation.
"Sandra consistently displays exceptional expertise and attentiveness to clients' needs."
Jason Tutrone is an up-and-coming practitioner noted for his work advising clients on regulatory and transactional freight rail matters. He represents clients in rate cases and rulemakings before the STB as well as FRA enforcement actions.
"Jason is an excellent attorney."
Ranked Lawyers at
Thompson Hine LLP
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Industries
Provided by Thompson Hine LLP
Automotive
Chemicals