Atty. Richard E. Thompson II
Since 1995, Richard “Chip” Thompson has represented energy companies in their development, acquisition and sale, and ownership and operation of energy projects. These projects include natural gas, solar, wind, biomass, transmission, battery storage, gas pipelines, and other energy projects located across the United States and abroad (including in Europe, South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East).
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Richard E. Thompson II is a energy attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Mercer Thompson LLC. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1995) and University of Virginia (BA, 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Since 1995, Richard “Chip” Thompson has represented energy companies in their development, acquisition and sale, and ownership and operation of energy projects
- These projects include natural gas, solar, wind, biomass, transmission, battery storage, gas pipelines, and other energy projects located across the United States and abroad (including in Europe, South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East)
- Chip’s expertise includes structuring, negotiating, and drafting the various complex legal agreements required for such projects, including EPC Agreements, Equipment Procurement Agreements, Engineering Services Agreements, LTSAs, O&M Contracts, Stock Purchase Agreements, Membership Interest Purchase Agreements, Asset Purchase and Sale Agreements, LLC Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, and Fuel Supply Agreements (including biomass)
- Chambers USA America's Leading Lawyers for Business honored Chip with a "Band 1" ranking, and the publication quoted an interviewee as saying that Chip "has great relationships with companies and other firms in the space, provides practical, great advice, and is very responsive.” Above all, Chip is committed to building long-term, trust-based relationships with his clients and is passionate about helping them succeed in their business endeavors
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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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