The Energy Litigation Committee aims to provide its membership with up-to-date litigation-focused information on the production, transportation and marketing of oil, natural gas and electricity, as well as federal regulation of those industries. The Committee reports to members on significant case law, law review articles and seminars, and produces informative programs on topics of interest to the lawyer who litigates energy-related cases.

When faced with a sudden, catastrophic event, counsel and corporate decision makers must respond quickly on multiple fronts. Complex issues demand timely decisions. Decision makers are often overwhelmed during a crisis and often fail to take the necessary steps that will aid in defense litigation.

The Supreme Court to Hear Oral Argument on February 19, 2008, in Reconsideration of Mobile-Sierra in the Context of “High Rate” Challenges to Market-Based Contracts Entered During the Western Energy Crisis.

Building upon the Energy Policy Act of 2005, President Bush signed into law on December 19, 2007, the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (“Act”).