USA – CALIFORNIA Law and Practice Contributed by: Nora Sheriff, Gwenneth O’Hara, Samir Hafez, Antonio Carrejo and Elisa Rivas, Buchalter
Buchalter is a full-service law firm that provides comprehensive legal counsel to clients navigat- ing public and administrative law matters. With offices in 14 states across the United States, Buchalter’s public and administrative law team offers deep expertise in regulatory compliance, government affairs, administrative proceedings and policy development. The team represents clients before local, state and federal agen-
cies, guiding them through complex regulatory frameworks, legislative advocacy and adminis- trative disputes. Whether advising on licensing, procurement, land use or governmental inves- tigations, Buchalter’s attorneys work to shape regulatory landscapes and provide strategic solutions that align with clients’ business and operational goals.
Authors
Nora Sheriff is a shareholder at Buchalter, and brings decades of experience in the energy sector. She specialises in electric and natural gas regulatory issues, administrative
Gwenneth O’Hara chairs the energy and natural resources practice group at Buchalter. With over 25 years of experience in the energy industry, she advises public and private
litigation and California energy legislation. She provides strategic counsel to clients seeking to implement clean energy solutions for heavy industries, and aiming to mitigate high energy costs and prevent carbon emissions leakage by preserving manufacturing within California. Ms Sheriff maintains active involvement in several professional organisations, including the Conference of California Public Utility Counsel, Women in Energy, the Power Association of Northern California, the Association of Women in Water, Energy and the Environment, and Women in Public Utilities.
entities on large infrastructure projects and traditional and renewable energy portfolios. She counsels clients on renewable contracting and power purchases incorporating evolving utility standards and regulatory changes, including independent system operator market updates. Ms O’Hara negotiates and drafts interconnection, transmission, energy and gas contracts, including industry standard forms and bilateral agreements. She also represents clients before the CPUC, CAISO, FERC, CARB and CEC, ensuring compliance and strategic regulatory navigation.
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