Energy regulatory team rejoins law firm

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Jun 27

Laura Chappelle
Photo courtesy of Varnum LLP

Attorneys Laura Chappelle, Tim Lundgren, and Justin Ooms have rejoined Varnum LLP as partners in its Grand Rapids office, strengthening the firm’s Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources Practice Team.

Chappelle, Lundgren, and Ooms bring top-of-market experience in Michigan’s renewable and alternative energy sector, with a focus on regulatory challenges, energy project development, and utility matters. Their collective expertise includes extensive work before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) and on energy initiatives across the state.

“It’s great to welcome Laura, Tim, and Justin back to Varnum,” said Jon Bylsma, Chair, Varnum. “We’ve worked alongside this team for years, and their return to the firm will create strong value for our clients across the energy sector.”

Chappelle, a past Chair and Commissioner of the MPSC, brings more than 25 years of experience in energy regulation and policy at both the state and federal levels.

Lundgren advises clients on energy generation, permitting, and compliance, representing developers, lenders, and independent power producers in proceedings before the MPSC and other regulatory agencies.

Ooms focuses on regulatory and policy matters affecting renewable energy, energy storage, and electric vehicle infrastructure.

Varnum’s Energy Team supports clients across the full spectrum of the energy industry, from conventional and alternative sources to the rapidly growing renewable sector.

“Michigan’s energy landscape is shifting quickly, and having Laura, Tim, and Justin on our team puts us in a great position to help clients navigate what’s ahead,” said Matthew Eugster, Leader of the Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources Practice Team, Varnum. “They each bring significant experience in energy policy and regulation, and together we’ll be better equipped to guide clients and support them at every stage of their projects.”

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