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In the Utility practice area, R&R attorneys work in the capacities of special legal counsel for utilities. R&R attorneys represent clients at all levels of the court system,
both State and Federal, and before state regulatory agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the Public Utility Commission, and the Railroad Commission of
Texas.
R&R counsels on municipal and utility issues including:
• Certificates of Convenience and Necessity
• Rates
• Regulation and compliance issues
• Franchise agreements
• Right-of-way management
• Utility operations
• Solid waste permitting
• Power supply agreements and other transactions
• Formation, reorganization, mergers, and acquisitions
• Environmental matters
• Legislative counseling
• Purchase contracts
• Assistance in obtaining funding from state and federal agencies
R&R clients include:
• Municipally owned utilities
• Water and wastewater utilities
• Municipal governments
• Water supply corporations
• Special districts
• Private interests
R&R attorneys have further experience within the following utility law areas:
• Water and wastewater utilities. R&R attorneys represent municipal governments, water supply corporations, special districts, and private utility companies concerning retail and wholesale utility rates and services. R&R attorneys have represented our clients in the courts and before the TCEO and its predecessor agencies. Also, R&R attorneys advise and consult with clients regarding contracts for the purchase or sale of wholesale supplies and services.
• Electric and gas franchise. For municipalities throughout the state, R&R attorneys have advised and assisted in regard to electric franchise issues.
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