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James C Beh

James C Beh

Global 2026

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Jim Beh has more than 40 years of experience representing electric utilities, renewable energy developers, natural gas distribution companies, merchant generators and other entities in complex litigation and compliance matters before the FERC. He has litigated precedent-setting proceedings regarding competitive wholesale market design, including major cases concerning resource adequacy and capacity markets. Jim has counseled utilities and competitive transmission developers undertaking new transmission investments, has obtained FERC approval for formula transmission service rates and rate incentives to support critical transmission investments, and has handled significant cases concerning cost responsibility for transmission system upgrades associated with new generation investment. In energy transition and infrastructure, Jim represents parties active in the development of data centers and similar projects, counseling clients on rates, terms, and conditions of utility retail services and related state and federal regulatory matters. He also advises clients on regulatory issues impacting related commercial agreements and obtaining approvals for large-scale transactions and financings.

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Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) - USA

Band 3
Band 3

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James Beh has notable experience assisting power generators, institutional investors and electric utilities on a broad range of regulatory matters. He has particular knowledge of issues arising in the California energy market.

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  • James does a great job and has been knowledgeable and easy to work with.

    Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation)Chambers Global Guide

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