Ryan Clinton is a seasoned appellate attorney and shareholder at Davis, Gerald & Cremer, bringing over 25 years of experience to the energy litigation arena. Clinton represents a diverse clientele from individuals and private operators to some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies. He is noted for handling high-stakes cases with consistent success before the Texas Supreme Court, including a recent triumph in a complex commercial litigation matter involving alleged damages exceeding nine figures.

Mark Hanna, partner at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP, is a specialist in the energy sector, advising clients across Texas involving but not limited to oil and gas, geothermal, and lithium. Hanna’s practice covers litigation, disputes, regulatory and advisory matters, as well as serving as outside counsel. Hanna represents both public and private companies from start-ups and data centers to Fortune 500 and private equity backed oil and gas businesses. Hanna has appeared before the Texas Railroad Commission, as well as in both state and federal courts.

Brad Thompson, team lead of Duane Morris LLP‘s energy group, offers extensive experience in energy litigation involving complex, nine-figure disputes, as well as M&A, transactions, and regulatory compliance. His practice spans both national and cross-border matters, advising public and private equity clients.

Cathy Garza, a partner at Jackson Walker, L.L.P., and is part of the electric regulatory group at the firm. Garza represents utilities, power generators, retail electric providers, and developers in regulatory compliance, contested cases, and litigation. Garza’s work involves appearances before the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the State Office of Administrative Hearings, and federal courts. Garza handles rate cases, regulatory filings, contract drafting, and negotiation, as well as regulatory issues related to transactions and FCC licenses.

Brooke Marcus at Nossaman LLP, has a national practice focused on federal wildlife permitting and natural resource compliance for renewable energy projects. Marcus advises on regulatory and permitting issues under laws such as NEPA and the Endangered Species Act. Marcus’ clients include utility-scale developers and energy companies working on wind, solar, battery storage, and transmission projects, particularly in Texas. Marcus also supports project financing by confirming regulatory compliance. Marcus’ work spans policy advocacy, permitting strategy, and legal support for acquisitions and development.