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Van Ness Feldman LLP

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Van Ness Feldman LLP

Van Ness Feldman LLP

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Firm Overview

For nearly half a century, Van Ness Feldman has stood at the forefront of the United States' energy policy and regulatory landscape. As one of the nation's premier law and policy firm specializing in energy, environment, and natural resources, we tackle the most complex challenges that arise at the intersection of business and government. Our collaborative approach, rooted in extensive knowledge and experience, enables us to anticipate trends, adapt to political and regulatory changes, and help our clients achieve their goals. We have forged lasting relationships with industry stakeholders, non-profit organizations, and government entities across all levels, particularly in the interrelated areas of energy, environment, natural resources, public lands, real estate and land use, and infrastructure.


Our dedicated attorneys and government advocacy specialists, many of whom have served in high-level government positions or worked extensively in the business sector. Our firm’s alumni include the first-ever chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and its current chair, underscoring our deep-rooted influence and leadership in U.S. energy policy. Our services include:

  • Strategic business advice
  • Legal and regulatory compliance counsel
  • Legislative and policy advocacy, insight, and representation
  • Support for project development, permitting, and transactions
  • Representation in administrative proceedings, litigation, and investigations


Our unparalleled depth of knowledge in our core areas of focus enables us to deliver exceptional results and maintain our position as the leading law and policy firm in the energy, environment, and natural resources sectors.


Firm Details

Co-Chairs: Nancy McNally and Doug Smith

Managing Partner, Seattle: Tadas Kisielius

Managing Partner, Bay Area: Allison McAdam

Number of partners: 45

Number of other fee-earners: 60

US Headquarters: Washington, DC

Other Offices: Seattle, Bay Area, Houston, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans

Website: www.vnf.com

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  • Seattle
    1191 Second Avenue Suite 1800 , Seattle, Washington, USA, 98101-2996
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District of Columbia
Environment
1 Department
2 Ranked Lawyers
Department
Environment
3
Environment
3
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Lawyers
Britt Speyer Fleming
6
Britt Speyer Fleming
6
Band 6
Kyle W Danish
6
Kyle W Danish
6
Band 6
USA - Nationwide
Climate Change
1 Department
1 Ranked Lawyer
Department
Climate Change
3
Climate Change
3
Band 3
Lawyers
Kyle W Danish
2
Kyle W Danish
2
Band 2
Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
1 Department
3 Ranked Lawyers
Department
Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
3
Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)
3
Band 3
Lawyers
Lawrence G Acker
S
Lawrence G Acker
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Senior Statespeople
Douglas Smith
3
Douglas Smith
3
Band 3
Gary Bachman
5
Gary Bachman
5
Band 5
Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)
1 Department
5 Ranked Lawyers
Department
Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)
2
Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation)
2
Band 2
Lawyers
Brian D O'Neill
S
Brian D O'Neill
S
Senior Statespeople
Lawrence G Acker
S
Lawrence G Acker
S
Senior Statespeople
Paul Korman
2
Paul Korman
2
Band 2
Michael Pincus
5
Michael Pincus
5
Band 5
Michael Diamond
U
Michael Diamond
U
Up and Coming
Energy: PHMSA Specialists
2 Ranked Lawyers
Lawyers
Susan Olenchuk
1
Susan Olenchuk
1
Band 1
Joseph Hainline
2
Joseph Hainline
2
Band 2
Environment
1 Department
Department
Environment
4
Environment
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Government Relations: Specialist Energy, Natural Resources & Environment Firms
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Government Relations: Specialist Energy, Natural Resources & Environment Firms
1
Band 1
Transportation: Rail (for Shippers)
1 Department
1 Ranked Lawyer
Department
Transportation: Rail (for Shippers)
2
Transportation: Rail (for Shippers)
2
Band 2
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