Energy

LogoEnergy is one of our fastest-growing practice areas.  As a firm we believe that diversifying our state's sources of energy and increasing our reliance on energy efficiency are key building blocks for our state's future economic prosperity and its quality of life.

We represent ratepayers and environmental groups in all of the major electric cases before the Michigan Public Service Commission - including renewable energy, energy efficiency, power supply, and general rate cases. We also advise renewable energy developers in contract, business, zoning, and regulatory matters. We negotiate oil and natural gas leases for landowners to ensure that the agreements are economically fair and protective of their property. We represent local governments dealing with all manner of energy issues, from fly ash disposal to low-level radioactive waste to the regulation of sour gas. In addition to the Public Service Commission cases, we have litigated energy issues ranging from enrvironmental impacts to land use to public health issues.


RECENT NEWS

Firm Members Celebrate 25 Years Together in the Law

Jim Olson, Doreen Schramski, and Ruth Ann Liebziet first began working together 25 years ago. The firm is both incredibly appreciative of their outstanding service, and was happy to celebrate this special anniversary together.

See a photo here. 

Wind Power is Good for Michigan

Wind power is good for Michigan's economy. 24 renewable energy projects have been built here, by Michigan workers. ... Other Great Lakes states have increased their renewable energy standards beyond 10 percent. We can lead with them, or lag behind.

Shouldn't we lead?

Read Chris Bzdok's Forum piece at the Traverse City Record-Eagle. 

Jeffrey L. Jocks Becomes Partner

We are proud to announce that Jeffrey L. Jocks is a shareholder and partner with our firm.

Jeff has been with our firm since 2004 and specializes in environmental law, local government, water law, real property, and estate planning.

Learn more about Jeff here. 

Firm Recognized as a "Bicycle Friendly Business"

The League of American Bicyclists has recognized the long-standing, active promotion of cycling within business culture as practiced by Olson, Bzdok & Howard for many years, and has designated the firm as a bicycle-friendly business at the League's "Silver Level".

Read more at the League's website here.