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Troutman Pepper Locke LLP

Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)

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Troutman Pepper Locke LLP

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Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Troutman Pepper Locke has an impressively broad practice that is well-regarded for expertise on electricity and natural gas regulatory matters. Its partners possess a deep understanding of FERC, in addition to state regulators. The firm is frequently seen advising IPPs, utilities and renewable operators. It also offers expertise in transmission and power market and rate design issues. The firm's natural gas partners often feature at FERC both on behalf of utility shippers and pipeline owners in respect of rate cases and permit filings. It is further noted for electricity finance expertise.

On 1st January 2025, Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord merged to form Troutman Pepper Locke LLP.

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Work Highlights

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  • The firm acted as lead counsel for Earthrise Energy and a coalition of generators, in two complaints before FERC in connection with penalties given following Winter Storm Elliot.

Strengths

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  • The team have good institutional knowledge and provide timely advice.

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) respondentGlobal

  • It has very sophisticated practitioners with in-depth knowledge and very strong commercial awareness of their clients' business.

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) respondentGlobal

  • The team are extremely knowledgeable of FERC and other agency practices and have superior judgment. The firm's partners and associates are both excellent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Eric A Koontz
    Eric A Koontz

    Eric A Koontz

    Eric Koontz has particular strengths in representing public utilities in corporate and project financing transactions, including debt, equity and hybrid securities.

    • Eric strikes a balance of aggressive advocacy for his clients while being able to get a deal done in a collegial fashion.

      Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) respondentGlobal

    • Eric has knowledge of the industry, is pragmatic and is very client-focused.

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  • Christopher R Jones
    Christopher R Jones

    Christopher R Jones

    Christopher Jones assists with a broad range of FERC matters. He is often called upon in connection with commercial and transactional matters, including seeking regulatory approval for M&A and power supply agreements.

    • Chris brings a high level of expertise and knowledge to the team.

      Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) respondentGlobal

    • He is practical and has a very deep knowledge and understanding of market structures.

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  • Donna Byrne
    Donna Byrne

    Donna Byrne

    Donna Byrne focuses her practice on enforcement and investigations before FERC, with particular experience handling non-public investigations relating to MISO capacity issues.

    • Donna as an exceptional defender of our interests in matters. She is also extremely level-headed and pragmatic.

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  • Bill Swanstrom
    Bill Swanstrom

    Bill Swanstrom

    Bill Swanstrom is widely recognized in the market for his midstream oil and gas practice. His expertise is frequently sought in acquisitions and sales both by companies and private equity investors.
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  • Amie V Colby
    Amie V Colby

    Amie V Colby

    Amie V Colby serves as Troutman Pepper's managing partner. She has expertise representing utilities in RTO and ISO matters as well as advising on FERC and NERC compliance.

    • Amie is always incredibly responsive and has lots of rich, deep knowledge.

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  • Daniel Archuleta
    Daniel Archuleta

    Daniel Archuleta

    Daniel Archuleta regularly acts on behalf of pipelines, handling Section 4 rate cases before FERC, as well as investigations and enforcement matters.

    • Daniel is very experienced and respected and is an excellent legal representative.

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    • Daniel goes above and beyond to meet our needs.

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  • Melinda (Mindy) McGrath
    Melinda (Mindy) McGrath

    Melinda (Mindy) McGrath

    Mindy McGrath is widely acclaimed for her federal regulatory practice. She is a frequent participant in FERC rate cases, largely on behalf of natural gas distribution utilities.

    • Mindy does a really effective job of moving things in the right direction and on time.

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  • Terry Radney
    Terry Radney

    Terry Radney

    Terry Radney focuses on upstream and midstream transactions in the oil and gas sector and frequently assists clients with M&A activity and various commercial agreements.

    • Terry seems to know everything about the industry; he knows all the players and is incredibly efficient with his time. He is great lawyer and a great negotiator.

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  • Charles Sensiba
    Charles Sensiba

    Charles Sensiba

    Charles Sensiba is an experienced attorney with particular prowess in hydropower law. He often advises on relicensing and compliance matters for various projects before FERC.

    • Charles is a delight to work with; not only is he extremely experienced, but his friendly, open approach help us negotiate difficult situations.

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  • Russell Kooistra
    Russell Kooistra

    Russell Kooistra

    Russell Kooistra has experience assisting oil and gas and pipeline companies with rate cases as well as FERC compliance and permitting matters.

    • Russell is a great member of the team and shows great attention to detail.

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Ranked Individuals at Troutman Pepper Locke LLP (10)

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    Christopher R Jones

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Donna Byrne

    Donna Byrne

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Amie V Colby

    Amie V Colby

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Charles Sensiba

    Charles Sensiba

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Daniel Archuleta

    Daniel Archuleta

    Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Melinda (Mindy) McGrath

    Melinda (Mindy) McGrath

    Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)

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  • Profile image of Russell Kooistra

    Russell Kooistra

    Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)

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