GREG BUTRUS is a Partner in the firm's Energy section. His practice includes advising clients in the following areas:
State and Federal energy policy matters, regulations and transactions
- Proceedings and matters involving the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Regional Entities, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC).
State and Federal legislative matters and government relations
Political law compliance and regulation
Telecommunications policy and E-911 issues
Economic development policy and issues
Prior to joining Balch & Bingham LLP, Mr. Butrus served on the staff of U.S. Senator Howell Heflin from 1993 to 1995 in Washington, D.C.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
- NERC Legal Advisory Committee, Member
- American Bar Association, Public Utility Section
- Energy Bar Association
- University of Notre Dame Board of Trustees, (1999-2002)
- Governor's Commission on Education Spending, Technical Counsel (2003)
- Youth Leadership Forum of Birmingham, Steering Committee Member
- Governor’s Black Belt Action Commission, Technical Advisor (2004)
- Birmingham Bar Association
- Alabama State Bar
- Alabama Governor's School Council
- Children's Hospital Committee for the Future