Parker A. Lee

Expert guidance on a complex energy contract negotiation

I engaged Parker Lee at Bracewell LLP to assist my mid-sized renewable energy development firm with a complex power purchase agreement (PPA) negotiation. The counterparty was a major utility, and the terms were heavily weighted in their favor. Parker’s deep knowledge of energy law was immediately apparent. He didn't just review the contract; he explained the regulatory landscape and market implications behind each clause, which was invaluable for our business decisions. His recognition in the field, which we noted when researching counsel, was clearly well-earned. Parker and his team crafted strategic counter-proposals that protected our interests while keeping the deal viable, ultimately securing terms that gave us far greater long-term security and value. The one area where we experienced slight delays was in receiving draft revisions during the final, intense 48-hour period before signing; communication could have been a touch more frequent. However, this was a minor point in an otherwise outstanding engagement. His blend of practical New York deal-making savvy and specialized energy expertise from SMU made him a tremendous asset. I would confidently recommend Parker for sophisticated energy transactions.