The United States has been making significant strides in renewable and alternative energy, led by businesses, governments and indeed, top-notch lawyers in the industry. These lawyers have been instrumental in providing legal and strategic advice in the development and financing of various innovative renewable energy projects. In this article, we will be showcasing some of the most remarkable lawyers in the country who have made substantial contributions to the area of Projects: Renewables & Alternative Energy. They have been recognized for their expertise, methodologies, and significant impact in renewable and alternative energy.
These attorneys, spread throughout several highly-rated law firms in the USA, have significant legal proficiency in renewables. Their specialties range from project financing and development in various renewables sectors, managing negotiation of related commercial agreements, representing developers, lenders, and investors, to understanding and explaining tax equity principles. In their unique capacities, they have been essential to the continuous progress and success in the renewable and alternative energy industry in the USA.
Below, we have provided brief profiles and insightful information about these lawyers, their law firms, and their areas of specialty. Keep reading to delve into the world of these remarkable legal professionals in renewable and alternative energy in the USA. Each subheading represents an attorney contributing to this rapidly growing field.
Mark P Weitzel
Mark P Weitzel, who works at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, brings his substantial experience in advising top-tier clients in both conventional and renewable power generation projects. Loved by his clients for being very methodical and solution-orientated, Weitzel is indeed an asset in the renewables sector.
Wayne W Song
At Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Wayne W Song has garnered high praise for his detail-orientated approach to the financing and development of renewable projects. His expertise also extends to managing negotiation-related commercial agreements.
Benjamin Y Koenigsberg
Benjamin Y Koenigsberg of Norton Rose Fulbright has established an impressive career advising lenders, sponsors, and private equity funds on project financing in the renewable sector. His expertise in the LNG sector sets him apart as a thorough and diligent legal practitioner.
Neeraj Arora
Working at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Neeraj Arora represents developers, lenders, and investors in connection to the development and financing of different renewable energies. His clients find him to be very savvy with great commercial judgment and industry knowledge.
Keith Martin
Norton Rose Fulbright’s Keith Martin is renowned for his significant proficiency in tax equity financing. His successful representation of clients in the renewables space, communication skills, and capacity to be on the cutting edge of new developments, have earned him the moniker, ‘the king of tax equity’.
Christopher J Moore
Christopher J Moore of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is a top-tier tax equity and project financing advisor. His approach to his practice is known to be highly pragmatic.
Katherine Gillespie
At Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, Katherine Gillespie has gained substantial expertise in the development and financing of renewable energy projects. Her knowledge of industry trends and ability to find practical solutions make her a standout attorney.
Alexandra Mertens
Alexandra Mertens of Stoel Rives LLP has made her mark in the renewables and alternative energy sector, with exceptional competence in developing and financing various projects. She is well-known for her comprehensive approach to tax equity, debt, and other structured finance arrangements.
Paul J Hunt
Paul J Hunt of Latham & Watkins LLP has an extensive renewables practice, advising clients on financing for wind and solar projects. His expertise spans across various aspects of financing in renewable energy projects.
Chad Marriott
Completing the list is Chad Marriott from Stoel Rives LLP, an up-and-coming attorney who has earned recognition for his work on wind and solar project financings. As a rising star in this practice area, Marriott is certainly someone to keep an eye on in the future.
As you can see, each attorney plays a unique and vital role in their respective areas of renewable energy. Their combined effort aims to provide legal support and guidance to the clients while helping to drive the transition towards a more sustainable energy future in the USA.
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