Noel J Darce

Noel Darce has more than four decades of experience in utility, regulatory, and energy law.

Noel advises clients on a wide range of energy matters, including regulation under the Federal Power Act, the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act, and related regulations of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

His practice also encompasses legal and strategic issues involving regional transmission organization participation, utility mergers and acquisitions, generation expansion, utility bankruptcies, utility contracts and transactions, and rate regulation and related litigation. Noel appears before state and federal regulatory agencies and the courts.

• American Bar Association, Member

• Energy Bar Association – New Orleans Chapter: Member; Past Member, Board of Directors

• Louisiana State Bar Association, Member

In the community, Noel has been involved with the United Way of Greater New Orleans, the Archbishop’s Community Appeal, and other charitable organizations. He is also a member of Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church and has participated in church and school activities.

Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University

J.D.

1980 - 1983

Recognized among the New Orleans Elite - Energy

Legal 500

2026

Recognized for Administrative/Regulatory Law, Energy Regulatory Law, and Utilities Law

The Best Lawyers in America®

2026