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Provided by Troutman Pepper Locke LLP
Troutman Pepper Locke is home to one of the premier offshore wind energy practices in the nation. Our team consists of some of the most experienced offshore wind policy, permitting, maritime, commercial, and litigation attorneys in the industry, backed by a nationally recognized renewable energy practice.
Our oil and gas lawyers provide comprehensive support across the entire oil and gas lifecycle — from exploration and production through gathering, processing, storage, transportation, and distribution.
We offer strategic guidance on transactions, regulatory compliance, permitting, financing, and infrastructure development. Our deep experience with federal and state regulations, including oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), allows us to help clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks that are critical for project success and operational security. Our clients rely on us for effective dispute management and our expertise in energy restructuring, bankruptcy, and distressed acquisitions.
Our multidisciplinary approach — integrating legal, regulatory, and policy experience — enables us to deliver tailored solutions at every phase of oil and gas operations. Whether negotiating complex agreements, addressing environmental impacts, or navigating evolving energy policies, we are committed to helping our clients advance sustainable, efficient oil and gas solutions across the industry.
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Troutman Pepper Locke demonstrates expertise across the renewable and oil and gas areas of offshore energy. The firm consistently deals with significant matters involving joint ventures in the development of offshore wind and bankruptcies relating to oil and gas exploration. Troutman also advises on international offshore developments.
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Troutman Pepper Locke LLP represented Community Offshore Wind a joint venture between RWE Renewables and National Grid Ventures in securing the rights to develop six offshore wind lease areas in the New York Bight.
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This team is pragmatic, flexible and highly effective at managing the often-messy realities of post-bankruptcy disputes.
The firm has deep expertise and broad knowledge of the relevant subject matter.
Troutman Pepper Locke's team is extremely well versed and up-to-date on US maritime policy matters.
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Emily Huggins Jones acts for a broad range of clients in the offshore energy space including the developers and operators of both energy and maritime assets. She offers notable expertise in Jones Act and cabotage matters as well as handling environmental compliance matters relevant to clients in this sector.
Emily is top notch. She provides excellent support and service regarding legal and policy matters in the maritime space.
Emily is very commercially and technically savvy which keeps the legal and policy advice received timely and on point.
Emily is substantively excellent and has the quiet, confident gravitas you don't always get.
Offshore Energy
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