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Articles 3 results
11.04.22
M&A Industry Spotlight: Energy
If you’ve been to the gas pump this year, you probably don’t need us to tell you that the energy sector has seen one of the most volatile periods of any industry in recent memory. Between sky high gas…
3.14.19
Rodrigo J. Figueroa, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Regulated Industries department and director of the firm’s Alternative & Renewable Energy group, authored the article “Community Solar 101,”…
9.04.18
"Five Legal Issues To Consider When Contracting For Utility-Scale Energy Storage"
Rodrigo Figueroa, San Antonio-based member and Director of Dykema’s Alternative & Renewable Energy group, has authored “Five Legal Issues To Consider When Contracting For Utility-Scale Energy…
Legal Alerts 6 results
5.22.24
FERC Finalizes Rule Overhauling Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has finalized a groundbreaking rule that reforms transmission planning and cost allocation to address the United States' long-term energy needs. This…
8.25.22
Inflation Reduction Act: Tax Credits Available for Utility-Scale Solar and Energy Storage Projects
On August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law. The IRA includes a myriad of tax credits, grants and loan programs aimed at accelerating the transition to clean…
4.24.20
Industry-Specific Considerations for Energy Companies Contemplating PPP Loans
With an additional $310 billion in funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) signed into law, energy companies should consider applying for PPP loans in order to maintain daily operations…
One Minute Matters Video Series 3 results
6.30.25
Texas is one step closer to becoming the new Delaware. It’s been nearly a year since Texas launched its statewide business courts, offering specialized judges for commercial disputes. Now, with House…
10.21.24
Energy and natural resources remains one of the most active sectors of our M&A Outlook Report, with 80% of respondents expecting the industry's deal market to strengthen in the year to come. Will…
10.16.24
Texas launched a new court system specifically for businesses that could have major implications for the state's economy and judicial system. Chris Kratovil breaks down everything you need to know…
Press Mentions 6 results
3.15.23
Jason Hanselman's Representation of Power Company Covered in Law360
Dykema and Jason Hanselman's representation of Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative was mentioned in the Law360 article, "Power Plant Closure Needed More Study, Mich. Panel Told."
8.16.21
Laura Weingartner Named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly's 2021 "Women in the Law" Listing
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Laura Weingartner, Detroit-based Member in the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, was selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly for its 2021…
6.16.20
Brandon Durrett to Participate in TexasBarCLE’s Oil, Gas & Mineral Title Examination
Brandon E. Durrett, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Corporate Finance Group and Energy Industry Group, will present a session, “Retained Acreage Clauses,” in TexasBarCLE’s “Oil, Gas & Mineral…
Press Releases 19 results
10.30.25
Dykema’s 2025 M&A Outlook Survey Report: Dealmakers Anticipate a Strengthening U.S. M&A Market
For more than two decades, Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Survey has tracked the pulse of U.S. dealmaking. The firm’s 2025 survey, with responses from 216 executives, bankers, private equity leaders, and…
3.07.25
Giuliano Mancini Selected to Michigan Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Lawyers Class of 2025
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that Giuliano Mancini was selected for Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s “Up & Coming Lawyers” Class of 2025.
2.19.25
Rodrigo Figueroa Included in the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading U.S. Energy Lawyers Guide
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Rodrigo Figueroa was included in the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading U.S. Energy Lawyers Guide (Energy 500). This is Lawdragon’s third edition…
Publications 4 results
10.30.25
2025 Trends Report: Annual Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey
For 21 years, Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Survey has tracked the pulse of dealmaking in the U.S., consistently affirming a central truth: the M&A market reflects the health of the broader economy.…
10.30.25
M&A Sector Spotlight: Energy and Natural Resources
M&A activity in the energy sector in 2025 reflects a market in transition—where traditional oil and gas players, renewable developers, and utilities are each recalibrating their portfolios to balance…
5.30.23
5 FAQs on the Biden Administration's Rural Renewable Energy Package
The USDA recently announced an $11 billion investment aimed at making renewable energy more available to rural communities. Rodrigo Figueroa, Richard Aaron, Jason Hanselman, and Will Liebmann of…
Speaking Engagements 4 results
6.03.25
Opportunities in North & Central America
James Prappas will serve as a featured presenter at the Energy Exports Conference in Aberdeen, Scotland.
3.09.23
Samuel Kilberg to Present in State Bar of Michigan Real Property Program
Samuel Kilberg will present the session, “Renewable Energy Developments,” at the State Bar of Michigan Real Property Law Section’s program, “Surfing the Legal Landscape,” taking place on March 9-11,…
4.30.21
Brandon Durrett, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Energy Industry Group, presented a session at the Texas Tech University School of Law's 23rd Annual Permian Basin Oil & Gas Law Seminar on Friday,…
Webinars 2 results
3.26.21
Brandon Durrett, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Corporate Finance and Energy Industry Group, will serve as a featured speaker at the University of Texas School of Law’s 47th Annual Ernest E.…
1.21.21
Case Law Update, San Antonio Association of Professional Landmen, Mid-Winter Seminar
Brandon Durrett, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Corporate Finance Group and Energy Industry Group, will participate in the San Antonio Association of Professional Landmen (SAAPL) Mid-Winter…
