O’Melveny has hired a veteran energy litigator as a partner in its Houston office, the firm announced Tuesday in a news release.
With over 15 years of experience, Meghan McElvy has extensive experience in energy litigation, representing clients in state and federal courts, as well as in domestic and international arbitration.
Her clients include midstream producers, as well as companies involved in renewable energy and liquefied natural gas. According to the release, she has also defended clients against multimillion-dollar personal injury claims related to energy infrastructure. Additionally, she has represented clients in proceedings before the Texas Public Utility Commission and the Texas Railroad Commission.
“Meghan’s sweeping experience in energy litigation qualifies her as an energy lawyer’s energy lawyer,” said O’Melveny partner Tim Durst, the firm’s Texas regional head for litigation, in the release. “Her depth of knowledge of the energy sector is remarkable, and her skills in the courtroom add extra punch to her prowess. Plus, Meghan’s integrity and passion for service — for her clients, the community, and the bar — make her a perfect fit for O’Melveny. We’re thrilled to welcome her to our Texas litigation team.”
Previously, McElvy was at Bradley Arant, where she co-chaired the energy team in Houston. Prior to that, she spent 13 years at Baker Botts.
“I’m genuinely excited by this opportunity to join O’Melveny as it continues to grow its Houston office,” said McElvy. “The firm is renowned as a trial powerhouse, with an expansive global platform and a track record of helping many of the world’s biggest energy companies resolve their most complex challenges. I’m delighted to join such a talented and dedicated team.”
AREAS OF FOCUS
McElvy specializes in litigation and regulatory matters for energy clients, focusing on shale and drilling development, joint operating agreements, royalty and mineral title disputes, oilfield services, midstream, renewable energy, LNG, and complex commercial litigation, including regulatory proceedings before Texas agencies.
EDUCATION
Undergraduate: Southern Methodist University (BBA, 2003)
Law School: University of Chicago Law School (JD, 2008)