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Julia Wood, Energy Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

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Julia Wood is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at Rock Creek Energy Group LLP.

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Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Experience
attorney
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Energy
  • Handles Energy matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026).

About Julia Wood: Julia Wood is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at Rock Creek Energy Group LLP.

Areas of practice

Julia's practice areas in Washington

Julia concentrates on energy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Julia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Energy cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Julia takes energy matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Julia agrees to represent you.

Biography

Julia Wood, energy attorney serving Washington

Julia Wood is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at Rock Creek Energy Group LLP. Julia works from Washington, District of Columbia and takes on energy matters across the region.

Julia is one of the four founding partners of Rock Creek Energy Group. Julia has focused her practice primarily on hydroelectric and electric power matters since 2003. She provides strategic counsel to a broad variety of electric industry participants, including independent power producers, power marketers, investor-owned utilities, and state and municipal entities. She advises clients on issues involving the Federal Power Act (FPA), National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Coastal Zone Management Act, and other federal statutes affecting energy and water development.

Julia has significant experience with the regulation of hydroelectric projects under Part I of the FPA before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), federal and state regulatory agencies, and the U.S. Courts of Appeal. She advises clients on project development, licensing, compliance, and in the negotiation of multi-party licensing settlement agreements. She currently serves as counsel in a number of hydroelectric relicensing proceedings before FERC.

Julia’s expertise extends well beyond Part I of the FPA. She also assists electric industry clients on Part II of the FPA, including on the acquisition and sale of power projects, market-based rate authorization, and related regulatory requirements before FERC. In addition, she provides counsel on energy regulatory and environmental matters to developers of offshore energy projects before the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and other federal and state agencies.

Julia is an active member of the National Hydropower Association, where she has served as Co-Chair of the Regulatory Affairs Committee and Co-Chair of the Ocean, Tidal, and New Technologies Council (now the Marine Energy Council), and of the Northwest Hydroelectric Association, and Women’s Council on Energy and the Environment.

Since 2018, Julia has been recognized in The Legal 500 and recommended for her energy regulatory work.

Working with Julia on a energy matter

Julia is one of the four founding partners of Rock Creek Energy Group. Julia has focused her practice primarily on hydroelectric and electric power matters since 2003. She provides strategic counsel to a broad variety of electric industry participants, including independent power producers, power marketers, investor-owned utilities, and state and municipal entities. She advises clients on issues…

Clients Julia works with

Julia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Julia studied and practices

  • American University Washington College of Law

    J.D. · 2003

Julia studied at J.D. in American University Washington College of Law.

Law school and academic background

Julia completed J.D. in American University Washington College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Julia runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Julia's legal honors and published work

Julia has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Julia Wood in Washington, District of Columbia

Julia's primary office is at Washington, District of Columbia, 96503. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Rock Creek Energy Group LLP

Washington, District of Columbia 96503

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Hiring guide

How to hire Julia Wood — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Julia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Julia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Julia's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Julia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a energy attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Julia

Julia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Julia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Julia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Julia Wood

  • How much does it cost to hire Julia for a energy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Julia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Julia offer a free consultation?

    Julia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Julia's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Julia's current terms during booking.

  • How long do energy cases in District of Columbia typically take?

    Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Julia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Julia take my case if I'm outside Washington?

    Julia is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Julia will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Julia?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Julia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Julia accepting new energy clients right now?

    Julia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Energy attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia

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