Energy

Overview

Whether you are involved in traditional fossil fuels, renewables, or emerging technologies, our attorneys bring a wealth of knowledge to assist clients in achieving their goals.

Our energy team is innovative, multi-disciplinary and focused on practical, cost-effective business and regulatory solutions for our clients.

We assist clients with the following:

Regulatory Compliance

Our team of attorneys assists clients in staying ahead of the regulatory curve by navigating compliance issues and helping to ensure operations align with evolving energy regulations.

Project Development

From conception to completion, we provide guidance on the full spectrum of energy projects, helping you navigate permitting, land use, and zoning matters.

Contractual Agreements

Secure your interests with well-crafted contractual agreements. Our team excels in drafting and negotiating contracts tailored to the energy industry, including power purchase agreements and joint venture agreements.

Dispute Resolution

When disputes arise, our litigators bring a wealth of experience, offering efficient and effective resolution strategies to protect your interests.

Who We Represent

Manufacturers
Independent power producers
Renewable energy developers
Real estate developers
Municipalities and government agencies
Midstream companies
Telecommunications companies
Natural gas companies
Oil and gas exploration and production companies
Trade associations

What makes our energy practice unique?

Geography

Strategically positioned in energy hotspots across Ohio and Kentucky, our energy group boasts a strong presence in key regions, including Eastern and Northern Ohio. We are uniquely positioned to provide on-the-ground support. Our main office, near Ohio's state government, facilitates seamless interaction and collaboration.

Depth of Experience

Our team of attorneys and paralegals is unparalleled in its depth of experience. Featuring a former commissioner of the PUCO, the former Master Commissioner of Public Utility Law for the Ohio Supreme Court, and the Chief Legal Counsel at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, our roster includes former federal law clerks and congressional aides. This wealth of knowledge helps ensure our clients benefit from a comprehensive and insightful legal perspective.

Local Counsel Collaboration

As local counsel in Ohio and Kentucky, our energy attorneys collaborate seamlessly with national firms on litigation and transactional matters. Our involvement often extends to real estate, regulatory, and environmental due diligence in large-scale energy financings. This collaborative approach enhances the scope and effectiveness of our legal services.

Innovation in Legal Solutions

Our team is at the forefront of the legal and regulatory proceedings shaping the future of energy in Ohio, Kentucky, the Midwest, and Appalachia. Additionally, we have been nationally and internationally recognized for our technology-based solutions and are known for our creative fee structures.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Recognizing the pivotal role of diverse and inclusive teams, we actively promote their use in completing projects for our energy clients. Our commitment to diversity ensures a rich tapestry of perspectives, enriching the quality and effectiveness of our legal services. Visit our firm's DEI page.