Steptoe LLP

Based in Washington DC, Steptoe LLP’s energy practice is reputed for the depth of its expertise across the full spectrum of regulatory, enforcement and private litigation matters with its stellar client roster including several of the largest electric utility companies in the country. The team’s specialisms include the litigation of rates and terms for transmission and wholesale services, commercial disputes in state and federal courts, as well as the support of clients in return on equity (ROE) complaint cases. The group is jointly steered by Richard Roberts and Daniel Mullen, who are both proficient in defending clients in investigations by FERC and the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Acting as both plaintiff and defense counsel for major utilities, Doug Green demonstrates prowess in antitrust-related disputes, often in the context of distributed generation and solar power. Karen Bruni‘s focus areas include matters concerning energy offers and trading in PJM and the California ISO, as well as the representation of clients before federal courts in litigations related to enforcement matters. David Raskin’s workload extends to transmission projects, contract and antitrust disputes, as well as stranded investments. Steven Ross retired in January 2023. At the same time, Wesley Heath departed for a role at the DOJ.