Atty. Merrill L. Kramer
Merrill Kramer represents energy project developers, private equity companies, and institutional lenders on the development, financing, sale, acquisition, and investment in energy projects and portfolios. Merrill represents some of the most active and innovative players in the energy industry.
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About Merrill L. Kramer at a glance
Merrill L. Kramer is a energy attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. Educated at Wayne State University (J.D.) and Columbia University (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Utilities Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Merrill Kramer represents energy project developers, private equity companies, and institutional lenders on the development, financing, sale, acquisition, and investment in energy projects and portfolios
- Merrill represents some of the most active and innovative players in the energy industry
- He has represented Fortune 200 companies and other clients in the development and financing of over 80 energy infrastructure projects representing more than $30 billion in invested capital
- Merrrill has been ranked as one of the top energy lawyers in the country by Chambers USA, Washington, D.C
- Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell and The Legal 500
- Merrill is ranked by his peers and the judiciary AV® Preeminent™, Martindale-Hubbell’s highest possible rating
- He recently was awarded the National Law Review’s “Go-To Thought Leadership Award” for his detailed and cogent analysis of the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 on the clean energy industry
- Merrill is highly recognized for his knowledge of state and federal energy law and works closely with industry and political leaders in formulating and implementing laws and regulations to encourage clean energy development
- Merrill serves as outside counsel to the Coalition of Renewable Energy Users and Developers (CORE) and the New York Solar Energy Industries Association (NYSEIA)
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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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