Patrick R. Pennella assists in the representation of major energy industry participants, including electric utilities, nuclear plant operators, and oil and gas pipelines. Patrick assists electric utilities in civil litigation in the Court of Federal Claims in claims against the government for breach of contract relating to disposal of spent nuclear fuel. He advises electric and natural gas clients on regulatory compliance issues, ratemaking proceedings, and enforcement matters before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Additionally, he provides regulatory advice on energy-related commercial transactions.