Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
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Provided by Vinson & Elkins LLP
Vinson & Elkins is best known as a world-leading energy law firm, particularly in oil and gas, with a client base that includes many of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies, premier private equity firms, midstream companies, and master limited partnerships. Our experience includes, among other things, the purchase and sale of oil and gas assets and projects, and we have extensive knowledge related to these kinds of transactions worldwide. Our practice is further bolstered by our regulatory team's extensive experience representing oil and gas clients in every type of regulatory proceeding before numerous state and federal agencies. V&E's Energy & Natural Resources practices leverage this significant experience to effectively and seamlessly serve our clients' oil and gas transactional, regulatory and litigation needs.
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Chambers Review
Vinson & Elkins LLP is a Houston-based powerhouse in the energy space, particularly excelling in oil and gas transactions and regulatory work. It continues to have a fantastic reputation for its work in upstream transactions and represents a fine choice of counsel for LNG matters. The firm offers leading representation in the midstream space, with expertise in matters including presidential permit applications and rate cases. With its strong international presence, clients are offered exceptional expertise in various energy-producing regions around the world. The firm draws on additional competencies in tax, environmental compliance and project finance, to assist players in the oil and gas sector.
Work Highlights
- Vinson & Elkins LLP advised EnCap on its $4.275 billion sale of the leasehold interests and related assets of its portfolio companies Black Swan Oil & Gas, PetroLegacy Energy and Piedra Resources to Ovintiv.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Vinson & Elkins' knowledge base and industry experience is second to none."
"Vinson & Elkins is our go-to team when dealing with complex matters. The quality of its work is exceptional and is always provided in a timely manner."
"The team is very experienced, strategic and has in-depth knowledge of maneuvering through the regulatory scheme."
"Vinson & Elkins' knowledge base and industry experience is second to none."
"Vinson & Elkins is our go-to team when dealing with complex matters. The quality of its work is exceptional and is always provided in a timely manner."
"The team is very experienced, strategic and has in-depth knowledge of maneuvering through the regulatory scheme."
Notable Practitioners
Keith Fullenweider expertly advises private equity firms on the full spectrum of oil and gas transactions, including M&A, financing and securities matters.
"Keith is an excellent lawyer."
Douglas Bland has an impressive track record assisting clients across the oil and gas sector on high-value transactions. He is looked to for his advice on strategic investments and joint venture formation.
"Douglas is a great attorney."
"He has a very strong grasp of his area and how to get what we need done."
James Seegers has considerable expertise in regulatory issues surrounding the construction and operation of natural gas pipelines.
"James is an outstanding lawyer. He always does a great job."
"He brings a level of expertise to matters."
Bryan Loocke focuses his practice on upstream and midstream oil and gas matters, with expertise spanning M&A and a broad range of commercial agreements concerning gathering and processing.
"Bryan is very responsive and dialed-in on the market."
"He is a fierce negotiator and knowledgeable about the marketplace."
"Bryan is a great lawyer and he is very thoughtful."
Jeffrey Jakubiak has a wealth of experience handling a range of FERC proceedings as well as advising key power sector clients on compliance and enforcement matters.
"Jeffrey is very experienced and a strategist."
John Grand's oil and gas practice spans M&A, joint ventures and investments, with a particular focus in the upstream and midstream sectors.
"John's strength is his ability to think through the issues. He is creative and practical."
John Decker offers comprehensive regulatory counsel to clients in both the oil and gas and electricity sectors, often advising on the regulatory aspects of large transactions. He is particularly noted for his cognizance of international regulatory regimes.
"John is very proactive with his clients."
Shay Kuperman regularly represents clients active in the oil and gas sector. He has particular strength guiding clients through the acquisition of companies and assets.
"Shay is a practical and pragmatic attorney."
"He is a really smart and thoughtful lawyer."
Danielle Patterson is noted for her expertise in oil and gas transactions. She has particular experience acting on behalf of hydrocarbon exploration companies.
"Danielle provides good quality, timely work."
"She is an excellent lawyer with an ability to summarize complex issues and recommend solutions."
Monique Watson focuses her practice in the natural gas sector. She is well-versed in oil pipeline regulations and managing rate approvals before FERC.
"Monique is a very good lawyer."
Suzanne Clevenger acts for major energy clients in rate and tariff matters before FERC. She has additional experience handling Natural Gas Act Section 4 cases.
"Suzanne is very effective."
"She is probably one of the most responsive attorneys I have ever dealt with. Her approach shows thinking that is based on a vast basis of knowledge."
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