Clifford Chance US has expanded its Energy Regulatory and Markets practice with the appointment of Mark C. Williams as a partner in the firm’s Washington office. The hire represents a strategic enhancement of the firm’s capabilities in advising clients navigating complex regulatory environments across the U.S. energy sector.
Williams joins from Day Pitney, bringing decades of experience advising investors and energy companies on corporate, financial, securities, and regulatory matters before the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and state utility commissions. His background includes advising private equity fund managers, generating companies, lenders, sovereign investors, and project developers across transactional work and ongoing portfolio matters.
The firm noted that Williams’ arrival supports Clifford Chance’s continued investment in regulatory advisory strength as clients contend with evolving rules shaping the structure, financing, and operation of energy projects nationwide. His expertise is expected to bolster the firm’s work across the whole energy value chain amid rapid market transformation.
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“I’m delighted that Mark is joining our team as we continue to grow our Energy Regulatory and Markets offering. His addition enhances our ability to help clients navigate the increasingly complex energy regulatory issues that are central to how they structure, finance, and operate projects across the energy value chain.”
Marcia Hook, Head Of The US Energy Regulatory And Markets Practice
“I am excited to join the firm at a pivotal time for energy and financial regulation. I look forward to working with the team to help clients meet regulatory challenges and seize opportunities to shape their industries.”
Mark C. Williams, Partner
