Liz McGinley, chair of Bracewell’s tax department and chair of the firm’s energy transition practice, regularly advises clients on energy project development, with a focus on projects supported by federal tax credits including numerous carbon capture, clean fuels, low emissions power generation and clean hydrogen projects. She regularly advises on qualification for the credits, contractual arrangements supporting the credits and tax credit monetization and financing transactions. Liz combines her knowledge of the tax credits with a detailed understanding of the assets and the commercial aspects of each project. In addition, Liz regularly advises clients on acquisitions, dispositions, restructuring transactions, joint ventures, and debt and equity issuances, primarily in the energy industry.

Liz is recognized by Chambers USA among America’s leading lawyers for tax (2012-2025). From Chambers USA: “Elizabeth is always timely and prompt with her responses. She’s very knowledgeable and stays current on tax issues.” (2023).