Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Energy Law Representation in Washington, DC
Wright & Talisman has served as a trusted legal partner in energy regulation for over seven decades. Our firm specializes in navigating the complexities of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and its oversight of natural gas, oil pipelines, and electric utilities. With a team of attorneys boasting decades of combined experience, we provide sophisticated regulatory compliance counseling and representation in enforcement proceedings, rulemakings, and litigation. Our deep understanding of both the legal and operational challenges facing energy companies enables us to deliver actionable solutions tailored to clients' unique needs. Recognized by U.S.News and Chambers as leaders in energy law, we represent utilities, regional transmission organizations, power producers, and investors across the energy sector. Our attorneys' backgrounds in government and private practice ensure a nuanced perspective on regulatory challenges. We prioritize client collaboration, aiming to facilitate meaningful participation in FERC regulation while maintaining a commitment to diversity and work-life balance within our firm.
Services
Electric Energy Regulation
Natural Gas Pipelines
Oil Pipelines
Regulatory Compliance Counseling
Enforcement Proceedings Representation
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of dedicated energy law experience
- Our team includes FERC regulatory specialists with government backgrounds
- Recognized as top energy attorneys by U.S. News and Chambers
- We provide tailored solutions for complex energy regulatory challenges
- Served prominent energy sector clients nationwide since 1955
Services
Electric Energy Regulation
Our attorneys provide comprehensive counsel on FERC regulation of electric transmission and generation. We assist clients with compliance matters, rate cases, and market participation rules. Our team's deep understanding of grid operations and regional transmission organizations enables effective advocacy in regulatory proceedings.
Natural Gas Pipelines
We represent pipeline operators in regulatory compliance, certificate proceedings, and enforcement matters. Our experience covers transportation tariffs, safety regulations, and environmental permitting. We help clients navigate FERC's oversight of interstate gas transmission infrastructure and market dynamics.
Oil Pipelines
Our practice includes advising on FERC jurisdiction over petroleum pipeline rates and services. We assist with rate disputes, service agreements, and regulatory compliance for crude oil and refined products transportation systems.
Regulatory Compliance Counseling
We provide proactive guidance to help energy companies meet regulatory requirements. Our services include compliance program development, audit preparation, and interpretation of evolving FERC rules and policies affecting transmission and distribution operations.
Enforcement Proceedings Representation
Our team defends clients in FERC enforcement actions and investigations. We handle compliance audits, penalty negotiations, and formal proceedings while developing strategies to mitigate regulatory risks and resolve disputes efficiently.
People
Wendy N. Reed
President, Managing Shareholder
Wendy N. Reed leads the firm's strategic direction with extensive experience in energy regulatory matters. She focuses on electric transmission policy and regional market regulation.
Joseph S. Koury
Shareholder
Joseph S. Koury specializes in FERC regulation of natural gas pipelines and storage facilities. He has represented clients in certificate proceedings and rate cases.
Anna Fernandez
Shareholder
Anna Fernandez advises on electric utility regulation and compliance matters. Her practice includes representing clients in FERC proceedings and market rule development.
Questions
What areas of energy law do you specialize in?
We focus on FERC regulation of electric energy transmission, natural gas pipelines, and oil transportation infrastructure.
How long has your firm practiced energy law?
Our attorneys have provided energy law counsel since 1955, with individual practitioners averaging 20+ years of experience.
What types of clients do you represent?
We serve utilities, regional transmission organizations, power producers, pipelines, developers, banks, and energy investors nationwide.
Do you handle regulatory litigation?
Yes, we represent clients in FERC enforcement proceedings, rulemakings, and regulatory litigation at federal and state levels.
