Nancy Cruz
Attorney
Nancy represents a diverse range of clients, including developers, private offtakers, and public utilities, in the transactional aspects of power and renewable energy development. Her practice spans a broad mix of resources, including solar, wind, battery energy storage systems, geothermal, and renewable natural gas. She advises on the negotiation of complex project development and offtake agreements and supports corporate and finance transactions through regulatory due diligence.
In addition to her transactional work, Nancy advises clients on federal and state regulatory compliance and permitting matters before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and state public utility commissions. Her approach to the energy transition is informed by a commitment to climate justice and a focus on ensuring that the shift toward renewable resources is both sustainable and equitable.
Nancy maintains a strong commitment to pro bono service. She has represented clients in appellate matters before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and regularly engages in work that expands access to legal representation.
Nancy is active in the legal community, currently serving on the Board of the San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association. Her previous leadership includes serving as President of the Wisconsin Hispanic Lawyers Association and holding various roles within the Hispanic National Bar Association.
Her dedication to service was recognized with the J. Shan Mullin Annual Community Leadership and Service Award during her tenure at her previous firm. Additionally, she has been recognized by Best Lawyers as “One to Watch” in Energy Law and as a Top Lawyer Under 40 by the Hispanic National Bar Association.
A native Spanish speaker, Nancy is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School, where she teaches Spanish for Lawyers. During her free time, Nancy enjoys reading, yoga, and listening to podcasts.
BAR ADMISSIONS
Admitted to practice in Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Pending admission in California.
Education
J.D. University of Wisconsin Law School B.S. University of California, Berkeley