Russell counsels an array of energy companies on various issues related to natural gas and electricity markets. Russell uses his in-depth knowledge of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) policy and regulations to advise clients on complex regulatory matters.
Russell’s primary practice focuses on federal regulation of the physical and financial gas and electricity markets, including the representation of gas pipelines and local distribution companies, electric utilities, transmission companies, and hydropower project owners in proceedings before FERC. His practice includes matters related to administrative complaints and litigation, rate and certificate proceedings, and compliance with FERC’s Anti-Manipulation Rule. Russell also has experience drafting key documents in energy-related transactions, including energy M&A transactions, gas pipeline precedent agreements, and asset management agreements.
While attending law school, Russell interned at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission in the Division of Enforcement.
Regulatory
Transactional
Washington Energy Report
12.28.23
FERC Opens Inquiry into Upstream Investment Interests in Public Utilities
Washington Energy Report
11.27.23
DOE Proposes to Limit NEPA Review for Transmission, Storage, and Solar
Firm News
11.06.23
Troutman Pepper Advises Hull Street Energy in Multiple Matters
Washington Energy Report
10.13.23
FERC Accepts Tennessee Gas Pipeline’s New PowerServe Rate Schedule and Authorizes Capacity Lease Agreement with Kinder Morgan
Washington Energy Report
09.28.23
FERC Finds Affiliation Between J.P. Morgan Investment and Mankato Companies
Speaking Engagements
09.11.23
Renewable Natural Gas and the Promise of a Cleaner Future