Firm Overview
Bracewell is one of the leading energy law firms in the country, with deep roots in Texas and an energy practice spanning oil and gas, power generation, renewables, and LNG. The firm's regulatory and environmental capabilities make it a particularly comprehensive energy platform.
Associate Experience
Associates at Bracewell gain substantive energy law experience that is simply not available at most law firms — the practice is deep, the matters are significant, and the energy expertise accumulated here is highly portable.
Lateral Recruiting Context
Bracewell is a top destination for energy, environmental, and finance laterals, particularly those with Texas market experience. VortexLegal actively places energy attorneys at Bracewell's Houston and DC offices.
Rankings
TierAmLaw 200
Firm Size
Total Lawyers327
Associates101
Partners173
Counsel53
Assoc : Partner0.6 : 1
*as of May 2026
Chambers USA Band 1
- Energy & Natural Resources
Practice Strengths
EnergyFinanceEnvironmentalLitigationRegulatoryGovernment Investigations
Key Markets
HoustonDallasAustinSeattleNew YorkWashington DCLondonDubai
