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Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA
What the Team is Known For
Venable LLP is a focused team with an impressive practice representing oil and petroleum product shippers against pipeline owners. It is particularly well-regarded for work representing the airline industry and airport facilities as well as significant clients in the propane and refining industries. The firm is frequently seen in technical and complex rate cases and rulemakings at FERC and in federal court. It is able to advise clients on a range of issues, such as income tax allowances, rate indexation and market manipulation.
Strengths
"The Venable team is extremely knowledgeable about the law and it is extremely responsive and timely."
"Venable has a deep bench."
"Venable has its clients' interests in mind and it is mindful of commercial goals."
Work Highlights
Venable LLP represented a coalition of pipeline shippers including American Airlines and BP Products North America in a challenge brought against the transportation rates of Colonial Pipeline Company.
Notable practitioners
Richard Powers is a go-to counsel for shippers and airlines in a range of dispute and rulemaking petitions.
"Richard Powers is very knowledgeable and great to work with."
Steven Adducci has considerable experience representing airlines, shippers and trade associations in a broad range of FERC proceedings.
"He advocates very effectively."
"Steven is a great lawyer. He is knowledgeable, experienced and responsive."
Gregory Wagner has recognized experience in litigation and transactional support matters across the oil and gas sector.
"Gregory Wagner is very knowledgeable and he provides timely and actionable advice."