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Energy

We often represent companies and individuals involved in a variety of mining and drilling operations including precious, alkali metals, construction aggregate and natural gas.

Our attorneys work side by side with solar and wind farm developers, operators, and investors.  For these clients, we handle matters such as zoning, permitting, title, acquisition, development, construction, disposition, investing, leasing and financing, as well as environmental, litigation, and regulatory matters.   With experience in representing some of the largest solar companies in the U.S. and mining companies with operations in multiple states and countries, our attorneys are ready to assist in the ever-changing energy industry. 

Services Provided

  • Property Acquisitions and Leasing
  • Project Disposition
  • Title Review
  • Equity Investments
  • Zoning / Use Permits and Variances
  • Compliance Matters
  • Tax Incentives / FILOT
  • Environmental Matters and Compliance
  • Construction and Permanent Financing
  • Transactions and Joint Ventures
  • Dispute Resolutions Involving Project Development

Sub-Industries

  • Solar Farms
  • Wind Farms
  • Precious Metals Mining
  • Alkali Metals Mining
  • Natural Gas Drilling
  • Quarries
  • Construction Aggregate Materials

If you have any questions for our Energy attorneys, contact us here.


Please note that the above text does not constitute legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship.  Should you be in need of legal services regarding a particular matter, please reach out directly to one of our attorneys. Click here for our full website disclaimer.

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  • S. Kyle Agee
    S. Kyle Agee

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    Katie D.B. Burchette

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  • Jon T. Coffin
    Jon T. Coffin

    Partner

  • J. Nicholas “Nick” Kendall
    J. Nicholas “Nick” Kendall

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  • Kenneth “Kenny” T. Lautenschlager
    Kenneth “Kenny” T. Lautenschlager

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  • Robert “Bobby” G. Lindauer, Jr.
    Robert “Bobby” G. Lindauer, Jr.

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  • Iyanu O. Lipede
    Iyanu O. Lipede

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  • William “Billy” D. McClelland
    William “Billy” D. McClelland

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    Alexandra “Alex” Price Nibert

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    Amy L. Rickers

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    R. Susanne Todd

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    Cameron Todd Ware

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