Emily Jolly Joined Troutman Pepper Austin Office
The former Lower Colorado River Authority executive will focus on ERCOT energy policy.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Utilities
Emily Jolly has joined the Troutman Pepper energy regulatory practice group as a partner in the firm's Austin office. She brings expertise in transmission and wholesale power policy for the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
Why it matters
Jollys move into private practice marks a shift for a key figure who previously oversaw regulatory and compliance matters at the Lower Colorado River Authority. Her new role will influence how legal teams navigate the complexities of the Texas power grid.
This appointment follows an official announcement of one partner addition to the Austin office. The scope of Jollys future work within the regional regulatory framework remains a point of interest for industry watchers.
The players
Emily Jolly
An energy lawyer and former executive at the Lower Colorado River Authority who is now a partner at Troutman Pepper.
Troutman Pepper
A law firm that maintains an office in Austin and manages a specialized energy regulatory practice group.
Lower Colorado River Authority
A regional utility entity that manages electricity and water resources and where Jolly previously worked.
Electric Reliability Council of Texas
The agency responsible for managing the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers.
The details
Jolly transitions to the firm after serving as the chief regulatory and compliance officer at the Lower Colorado River Authority. In her new position, she will advise clients on matters related to transmission and wholesale power policy. Her work centers on navigating the regulatory landscape overseen by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
Timeline
The firm announced the hiring of Emily Jolly on October 14, 2026.
The Texas Context
This move follows a long-standing trend where senior officials from Texas utility entities transition into private sector legal roles. It highlights how firms build influence by recruiting talent with deep, first-hand experience managing grid compliance.
This change affects how energy clients interact with regulatory bodies across the region starting immediately. Industry stakeholders should watch for how this appointment influences future filings involving transmission and wholesale power policy.
The takeaway
Energy sector observers should track how the shift in legal counsel influences regulatory outcomes at the state level. Watch for future policy positions taken by the firm regarding regional transmission projects.
Further reading
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