We have advised and represented both regulated and non-regulated clients in matters pertaining to public utilities, including communication providers, electric, water, sewer, gas, and alternative energy producers.  We have assisted clients with achieving their goals by providing a variety of legal and business services, including representation of clients:
  • in hearings before the Virginia State Corporation Commission and public service commissions of other states involving facilities, services, and rates;
  • in appeals of regulatory decisions;
  • in matters related to entities in receivership with the State Corporation Commission;
  • before state agencies and legislatures advocating for changes in regulation or deregulation;
  • in enforcement matters brought by the State Corporation Commission or other regulatory agencies/bodies;
  • in the negotiation and drafting of contracts;
  • in the sale and/or acquisition of regulated companies;
  • drafting tariffs;
  • obtaining certificates of public convenience and necessity;
  • in matters involving local government and municipalities;
  • by providing general advice pertaining to development, finance, production, operation, transmission, and interconnection;
  • in litigation matters;
  • in legislative and public policy analysis and lobbying before the Virginia General Assembly, as well as interpretation of statutes;
  • in industry groups and political associations.