Patrick Currier

Associate

Patrick Currier’s practice focuses on energy and energy policy matters, striking a balance between the regulatory and technical aspects of energy law with the policy developments shaping the future of the energy industry.  His regulatory practice places a special emphasis on electricity matters, including renewable generation, transmission and interconnection transactions, project finance, and rulemakings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.  His energy policy practice focuses on renewable fuels, renewable electricity production, and the federal tax policies affecting these growing industries.  Mr. Currier also supports the needs of clients with regards to infrastructure security issues.

Professional Background

Prior to joining Van Ness Feldman, Mr. Currier held several law clerk positions in the Criminal Divisions of the U.S. Attorney’s Office and U.S. Department of Justice.  As a Paralegal Specialist in the National Criminal Enforcement Section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, Mr. Currier assisted attorneys with criminal investigations into domestic and international companies and persons who violated U.S. antitrust laws.  Mr. Currier served as a Senate Intern for Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-MD) and as a Judicial Intern for The Honorable José M. López in the Superior Court for the District of Columbia.

Government Service

Law Clerk, Transnational and Major Crimes Section, Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, 2004

Law Clerk, Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Section, Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice, 2004

Judicial Intern, The Honorable José M. López, Superior Court for the District of Columbia, 2003

Paralegal Specialist, National Criminal Enforcement Section, Antitrust Division
U.S. Department of Justice, 2001-2002

Intern, Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-MD), 2000

Professional and Civic Affiliations

• American Bar Association
• Energy Bar Association