Howard L. Nelson

Energy Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

44+ years experience

Greenberg Traurig

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

202-331-3100

https://www.gtlaw.com/en/professionals/n/nelson-howard-l

2101 L Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20037

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Bio

Howard L. Nelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law and Oil and Gas Law.Howard L., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Howard L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Howard L. Nelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law and Oil and Gas Law.Howard L., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Howard L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Howard L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Energy Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Energy Law
Recognized: Oil and Gas Law
Practice Area: Energy Regulatory Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1981

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Reviews

Samuel Robinson

3 months ago

A consummate professional in complex energy regulatory matters

Our company faced a challenging compliance issue with the FERC that threatened significant operational delays. Howard Nelson’s deep expertise in energy regulatory law, honed over four decades, was immediately apparent. He not only navigated the intricate legal landscape with precision but also provided clear, strategic counsel that turned a potential setback into a manageable process. His recognition in Best Lawyers for Energy and Oil & Gas Law is well-deserved. Howard’s professionalism and ability to distill complex regulations into actionable advice were invaluable. We achieved a favorable resolution efficiently, and I would not hesitate to engage him again.