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Articles 5 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

Community Solar 101

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,”…

1.30.19

The Digital Oil Field

Xianghui (Sean) Huang, San Antonio-based attorney in Dykema’s Intellectual Property practice group, authored the article “The Digital Oil Field” for Intellectual Property Magazine, in which he…

Blog Posts 8 results

7.01.25

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Calls for Judicial Deference to Agencies’ Factual Findings and Interpretation of Procedural Requirements

In Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County, Colorado, the Supreme Court unanimously determined 8-0 that the D.C. Circuit failed to afford the Surface Transportation Board (STB) the…

7.01.25

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Rules Texas Lacks Standing to Challenge Nuclear Regulatory Commission Licensing Decision

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court held that the State of Texas and Fasken Land and Minerals Ltd., a private Texas-based company involved in oil and gas extraction and production, lack standing to…

7.01.25

Decision Alert: The D.C. Circuit Has Exclusive Jurisdiction Over Small Refinery Exemption Challenges Under the Clean Air Act

In EPA v. Calumet Shreveport Refin., L.L.C., the Supreme Court ruled that all challenges to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) denials of small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions under the Clean…

Legal Alerts 11 results

6.28.24

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Overrules Chevron, Holds that Courts Need Not Defer to Agency Interpretations of Ambiguous Statutes

On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises, Inc. v. Raimondo, Sec. of Commerce, et al., overruling Chevron. This decision will have far-reaching…

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…

2.29.24

Navigating Michigan’s PFAS Regulations: From State Supreme Court Review to Impending Federal Standards

On February 2, 2024, the Michigan Supreme Court agreed to review 3M’s challenge to the State of Michigan’s rulemaking that set maximum containment levels (MCLs) for seven chemicals categorized as per-…

One Minute Matters Video Series 11 results

8.11.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Will FEMA’s Overhaul Finally Speed Up Disaster Relief? (with Mary Beth McGowan)

Will FEMA’s overhaul finally speed up disaster relief?The bipartisan Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act could make disaster aid more efficient… and less political (especially for electric…

7.10.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Did Michigan Just Lower the Bar for Environmental Hazard Disclosures? (with Todd Schebor)

A new ruling in Michigan could change what sellers are required to disclose when listing their property. The state’s Court of Appeals just held that contaminated groundwater—even if it hasn’t reached…

6.30.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Can Texas Business Courts Handle More Cases Without Adding Judges? (with Chris Kratovil)

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…

Podcasts 1 result

2.08.24

To drill or not to drill? What landowners in Texas need to know about mineral and surface rights

In the Lone Star State, owning the surface doesn't mean owning everything underground. Mineral and surface rights can belong to someone else, granting them access and potentially disrupting your…

Press Mentions 23 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."

7.01.22

Danielle Rushing Highlighted in SA Woman Women in Business Feature

Danielle Rushing was featured in the SA Woman article, “Women in Business: San Antonio Legal Services Association,” for her volunteer work with the San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA). In…

11.01.21

25 Dykema Attorneys Named “Top Attorneys in San Antonio: 2021” by San Antonio Magazine

Dykema is proud to announce that 25 of its attorneys were selected "Top Attorneys in San Antonio: 2021” by San Antonio Magazine. The list of all honorees is published in the November 2021 issue of the…

Press Releases 69 results

8.21.25

210 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 210 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 guide and the Best…

8.19.25

53 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2025 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 29 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2025 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…

3.10.25

Dykema Doubles Houston Office Headcount With the Addition of Seven Attorneys

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced the addition of seven attorneys to the firm’s Houston office, doubling the office’s lawyer headcount. This expansion strengthens the firm’s capabilities…

Publications 10 results

10.10.24

The Oil and Gas Industry Post-Chevron: 5 Key Takeaways

What does the demise of Chevron deference mean for the oil and gas industry? Here are five key takeaways from Chantel Febus’ recent webinar with the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers (TAEP), “The Oil…

2.29.24

How Should Oil and Gas Companies Structure Their Master Service Agreements?

Master service agreements (MSAs) are an important component in defining the relationship between an oil and gas company and its providers. Megan Knell, Brandy Manning, and Ariel Snyder explain what…

2.28.24

By the Numbers: Cybercrime in the Energy Sector

With its increasing reliance on digital systems, the energy sector often lacks robust enough cybersecurity measures, leaving it vulnerable to potentially devastating attacks. Here’s what you need to…

Speaking Engagements 10 results

7.12.24

Navigating “Safe Harbor”

Megan Knell will serve as a featured speaker at the 2024 National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO) Texas Convention taking place in Austin, Texas, on July 10-13. Knell will present, “Navigating…

4.25.24

Winning the AV tax game

Brandy Manning and Megan Knell served as featured presenters at the Panhandle Association of Petroleum Landmen Quarterly Meeting on Thursday, April 25. Manning and Knell's presentation, “Winning the…

5.16.23

Rate Cost Recovery for Closing and Remediating Retired Power Plant Sites

Richard Aaron will serve as a featured speaker at the EUCI 2023 Plant Retirement event taking place May 16-17 in Detroit. 

Webinars 8 results

9.23.24

The Oil and Gas Industry Post Chevron

Chantel Febus will serve as the featured presenter at the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers (TAEP) webinar, “The Oil and Gas Industry Post Chevron,” on September 23, 2024. 

7.09.24

Tactics for Negotiating and Vital Provisions in Oil and Gas Master Service Agreements: Framework Methods and Core Elements

This seminar delves into master service agreements (MSAs). MSAs serve as an important component to define the relationship between an oil and gas company and its goods and service providers. 

2.21.24

Negotiation Strategies and Essential Clauses in Oil and Gas Master Service Agreements: Structuring Techniques and Key Components

Join Dykema for a comprehensive webinar that delves into master service agreements (MSAs).