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Bracewell LLP

Houston, TX·8 offices

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.

Exploring Opportunities at Bracewell?

VortexLegal has relationships at Bracewell and can give you a candid read on whether your background is a strong fit — and what the lateral process typically looks like.

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