Whitt Sturtevant LLP - Columbus, OH

Powering the Future Through Legal Advocacy

A Veteran-Owned Firm with a Singular Focus

Whitt Sturtevant LLP is a specialized law firm headquartered in Columbus with a distinct mission: serving the energy and public utility industries. As a certified veteran-owned business, the firm brings a disciplined, mission-first approach to legal representation. They are one of the few firms in the country that dedicate their practice almost exclusively to energy regulation, litigation, and transactional matters. This 'One Focus' philosophy allows them to offer a depth of knowledge that generalist firms simply cannot match. Representing regulated utilities, retail energy suppliers, and pipeline companies, the attorneys at Whitt Sturtevant are experts in the complex web of state and federal regulations that govern the energy sector. Whether litigating a rate case before the Public Utilities Commission or negotiating a wholesale power contract, they provide the strategic counsel needed to keep the lights on and the gas flowing.

Specialized Energy Practice

• Regulatory and Appellate Practice: The firm represents major utilities in proceedings before state commissions across the Midwest. They handle rate cases, mergers, and compliance investigations, as well as appeals to state supreme courts.
• Energy Litigation: When disputes arise, Whitt Sturtevant is ready. They litigate complex commercial disputes involving power purchase agreements, infrastructure projects, and consumer complaints. Their team is skilled in dismantling class action suits targeting energy providers.
• Consumer Complaints and Compliance: Navigating the rules of retail energy supply requires precision. The firm advises suppliers on marketing compliance and defends them against regulatory enforcement actions and consumer fraud allegations.

Service Above Self

The firm's veteran-owned status is more than a certification; it is a culture. A guiding principle of Whitt Sturtevant is to place the client's needs before their own. They staff cases based on efficiency and expertise, not on what generates the highest bill. This commitment to integrity and service has earned them the trust of some of the largest energy companies in the nation. If you are looking to find a lawyer who understands the difference between a kilowatt and a therm, and who will fight for your company with military precision, Whitt Sturtevant is the partner you need.

We bring the dedication of service to the practice of law. Our mission is to protect the infrastructure that powers our nation.

KeyBank Building Headquarters

The firm operates from the KeyBank Building on East Broad Street, directly facing the Ohio Statehouse. This location is strategic, keeping them steps away from the legislative and regulatory bodies they interact with daily. The office reflects the firm's focused and professional demeanor, providing a command center for their multi-state legal operations.