LAWYER PROFILE

Seth Hilton

USA 2026

Stoel Rives LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Energy: State Regulatory & Litigation

California

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Seth Hilton’s practice is focused on the California energy sector, representing clients before California’s energy regulatory agencies and advising a diverse group of clients on energy regulatory issues. He also represents clients in arbitration, mediation, and litigation throughout the United States. Seth’s regulatory practice includes representing clients before the California Public Utilities Commission and California Energy Commission, as well as in stakeholder proceedings at the California Independent System Operator. He has extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, including both bench and jury trials, and appellate matters, including successful arguments at the California Courts of Appeal and the Ninth Circuit. Seth’s clients include developers of thermal and renewable generation, energy storage developers, transmission developers, energy service providers, and oil and gas pipelines, shippers, and producers.

Professional Memberships

- Conference of California Public Utility Counsel

- Power Association of Northern California

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Energy: State Regulatory & Litigation - California

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Seth Hilton is recognized for his practice advising energy and technology companies on a diverse range of issues, notably regarding interconnection matters. He regularly appears before the CPUC and CEC.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Seth Hilton has exceptional abilities as an advocate and adviser, a strong work ethic and tremendous loyalty to his clients. He also has a wonderful commercial sense that makes him invaluable to business clients.
Energy: State Regulatory & LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
Seth Hilton is highly intelligent, convivial and acutely aware of regulatory and legal developments affecting his clients. He is a professional's professional and an extreme pleasure with whom to work.
Energy: State Regulatory & LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
Seth is very attentive to our needs and helps facilitate our decision-making process with timely updates and pertinent pros and cons.
Energy: State Regulatory & LitigationChambers Guide to the USA