Eugene R. Gene Elrod

Energy Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

51+ years experience

Bracewell LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-828-5800

https://bracewell.com/people/eugene-r-elrod

2001 M Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036-3310

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Bio

Began the practice of law at the Federal Power Commission in 1974. Joined Sidley & Austin (now Sidley Austin LLP) in 1977, elected to partnership in 1981. Co-head of Energy practice, 2006- present Began the practice of law at the Federal Power Commission in 1974. Joined Sidley & Austin (now Sidley Austin LLP) in 1977, elected to partnership in 1981. Co-head of Energy practice, 2006- present

Practice Areas

Energy Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Oil and Gas Law, Washington, D.C. (2019)
Lawyer of the Year: Energy Regulatory Law, Washington, D.C. (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Energy Law, Washington, DC (2015)
Lawyer of the Year: Oil and Gas Law, Washington, DC (2014)
Recognized: Energy Law
Recognized: Energy Regulatory Law
Recognized: Oil and Gas Law
Special Focus: Administrative
Special Focus: Electricity
Special Focus: Energy Companies
Special Focus: Gas
Special Focus: Litigation
Special Focus: Oil and Gas
Special Focus: Pipeline
Special Focus: Public Utility
Special Focus: Regulatory

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006

Education

Emory University, J.D., graduated 1974
Dartmouth College, AB, graduated 1971

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Reviews

Benjamin Hall

2 weeks ago

Adequate representation for a complex energy contract

Mr. Elrod's deep expertise in energy law, honed over five decades since his start at the FPC, is undeniable. His recent 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions are well-earned. He handled our midstream gas contract negotiation with a firm grasp of the regulatory landscape. However, for a firm of Bracewell's stature, the process felt less personalized than expected. Communication sometimes lagged, with junior associates stepping in during delays. While the final outcome was solid, the client experience was more transactional. You are paying for his immense institutional knowledge, but don't expect constant, direct access from the practice co-head himself.