K&L Gates has extensive experience advising on regulatory issues related to natural gas pipeline transportation and storage as well as LNG imports and exports, with notable expertise in FERC processes for new facilities and safety reviews before PHMSA. Washington DC-based David Wochner routinely advises clients on matters concerning interstate natural gas and oil pipelines as well as on regulatory issues associated with offshore energy facilities, including LNG terminals. Timothy Furdyna, who is also based in Washington DC, advises clients on federal energy regulatory proceedings before FERC. Jamie Lavergne Bryan has left the firm.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The practice distinguishes itself by the breadth and depth of its resources and the value they provide. Across the U.S., we work with lawyers in other cities who had particular strength in certain topic areas. And beyond the U.S., we are the beneficiaries of an integrated international practice that provides greater resources for us.'

  • 'In addition to the breadth, the depth of the practice is exceptional - we certainly recognize their industry-leading expertise and reputation. Their experience and knowledge pertaining to statutes, regulations, industries, ecosystems, and commercial markets provided value to us well beyond traditional "legal support."’

  • ‘The individual lawyers we worked with differentiated themselves in several key areas. Their expertise is deep and comprehensive. The access they provide across their international practice and firm is incredibly valuable. They work seamlessly together as a single "team" to help amplify their impact for us.'

  • 'Our key resource is David Wochner - who is downright exceptional, and whose value to us is bigger than can be described here. He goes above and beyond in every instance.’

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Key clients

  • NextDecade - Rio Grande LNG
  • CNG HOLDING 1, LLC
  • Entergy Services, LLC
  • NEXT Carbon Solutions
  • Commonwealth LNG
  • Glenfarne Energy Transition
  • Magnolia LNG LLC
  • New Jersey Natural Gas

Other key lawyers

David Wochner, Timothy Furdyna, Hilary Soileau