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For over 70 years, Wright & Talisman has been a steady partner with energy companies helping them navigate the complexities of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and its regulation of natural gas and oil pipelines and electric utilities. Devoted exclusively to the practice of energy law, we have a profound understanding of the legal challenges surrounding the generation and transmission of electric energy, as well as the challenges that confront clients engaged in the transmission and distribution of natural gas and oil. Our strong grasp of FERC and the laws and regulations it administers allows us to provide clients with sophisticated regulatory compliance counseling, as well as representation in enforcement proceedings, rulemakings and regulatory litigation.

We know more than the law, we know the industry. Respected as some of the best energy attorneys in the field, as noted by U.S. News and Chambers, we are steeped in the energy industry and bring substantial depth of experience to our clients’ energy and FERC challenges. Our understanding of the energy landscape, along with our deep knowledge of both the industry and the law, enables us to deliver substantial answers quickly, guide our clients to favorable outcomes, and enable our clients to have meaningful participation in, and impact on, FERC regulation.

We serve a wide range of clients throughout the U.S., including some of the most prominent businesses in the electric, gas and oil sectors. Our clients include utilities, regional transmission organizations, power producers, natural gas and oil pipelines, natural gas distribution companies, developers, banks and investors. Our practice primarily involves representing clients before the FERC, various federal and state regulatory agencies, and federal and state courts.

Our attorneys come from diverse government and private sector backgrounds and most have more than 20 years of experience focused exclusively on the practice of energy law. Our unique blend of high-powered talent, unparalleled FERC experience, and an advanced understanding of our clients’ businesses, allows us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to very complex legal problems.

Rankings

Wright & Talisman, P.C. is nationally ranked in 1 practice areas and metro ranked in 1 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.

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National Rankings

Tier 2
Tier 2 for Energy Law

Metro Rankings

Washington, D.C.
Tier 1 for Energy Law

Select Clients

  • Anadarko Petroleum Corporation
  • ISO New England Inc.
  • MISO Transmission Owners
  • New Mexico Gas Company
  • ONEOK WesTex Transmission, L.L.C.
  • PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.
  • Southwest Power Pool, Inc.
  • Tesoro Alaska Company

Rankings

National Rankings

Tier 2
Tier 2 for Energy Law

Metro Rankings

Washington, D.C.
Tier 1 for Energy Law

Practice Areas

The below are areas of legal specialty volunteered by the firm and do not designate a specialty in which a Best Law Firms ranking is held.
  • Energy Law
  • Energy Regulatory Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

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Demographics

Partners
Male: 5
Female: 4
Associates
Male: 1
Female: 3
Paralegals
Male: 1
Female: 4
Non-Legal Employees
Male: 1
Female: 8

Main Location

Management and Personnel

Shareholder
David S. Berman
Managing Shareholder
Matthew J. Binette
Managing Shareholder
Ryan J. Collins
Shareholder
Joseph S. Koury
Shareholder
Ruth M. Porter
President, Managing Shareholder
Wendy N. Reed
Shareholder
Andrew T. Swers
Managing Shareholder
Wendy B. Warren

Contacts

Shareholder
David S. Berman
Managing Shareholder
Matthew J. Binette
Managing Shareholder
Ryan J. Collins
Associate
Abraham Johns
Shareholder
Joseph S. Koury
Shareholder
Ruth M. Porter
President, Managing Shareholder
Wendy N. Reed
Shareholder
Andrew T. Swers
Managing Shareholder
Wendy B. Warren
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