Michael Boldt advises clients on a broad range of energy and complex litigation matters. He represents clients in all phases of litigation, from contested cases before administrative agencies, including the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to state and federal district courts and courts of appeals.
Michael also provides counsel on a wide range of regulatory and compliance matters, including state and federal regulations governing the electric and gas utility industries.
Prior to joining Eversheds Sutherland (US), Michael was an associate at an international corporate and litigation law firm. There, he gained substantial experience handling contested administrative cases, litigation in federal and state courts, and appeals.
Awards and Rankings
fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
Experience
Obtained mandamus reversal of a temporary restraining order that would have prohibited the energization of a $300 million transmission line in South Texas.
Defended an electric utility in a multimillion-dollar contract dispute in Dallas County, Texas.
Argued and obtained rehearing in the appeal of a construction finance case involving contract and fraud claims.
Obtained disqualification by mandamus of plaintiffs’ counsel in multiparty, multiforum litigation in South Texas.
Uncovered plaintiffs’ fabrication of evidence in a breach of contract case, obtained civil “death penalty” sanctions, and successfully defended the judgment on appeal.
Obtained dismissal of a shareholder class action alleging violations of federal securities laws related to a $26 billion going-private transaction.
Obtained dismissal of an indictment against an international energy company for alleged violations of political campaign finance laws.
Won the appeal of an agency’s decision on federal income taxes in an electric utility rate case.
Assisted in obtaining complete defense verdict in favor of corporate client in South Texas jury trial involving nuisance, conversion, and condemnation claims.
News
In the News
Newsmakers: Michael Boldt (January 8, 2018)
Texas Lawyer
Michael Boldt is mentioned in this Texas Lawyer article for being elected partner. Michael advises clients on energy and complex litigation matters. He represents clients in all phases of ...
Eversheds Sutherland Unveils US Promotions (December 21, 2017)
Legal Week
Eversheds Sutherland is mentioned in this Legal Week article regarding the election of 17 new US partners effective January 1, 2018.
Sutherland Elects New Partners and Counsel (January 18, 2017)
Atlanta Patch
Atlanta Patch mentioned 12 Sutherland attorneys for their election to partners and counsel, effective January 1, 2017.
Hunt Consolidated, Inc. Consortium Selected by Energy Future Holdings as Plan for Bankruptcy Solution (August 28, 2015)
Bloomberg Law
Sutherland is mentioned in this Bloomberg Law article for advising Hunt Consolidated, Inc. on regulatory and debt financing matters.
Press Releases
Eversheds Sutherland Elects 17 New US Partners (December 20, 2017)
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is pleased to announce the election of 17 new partners effective January 1, 2018. Eversheds Sutherland Co-CEO Mark D. Wasserman commented: “It is an honor to welcome our ...
Sutherland Elects New Partners and Counsel (January 18, 2017)
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce the election of three new partners and nine new counsel, effective January 1, 2017. “Each of these attorneys provide excellent service to the ...
Sutherland Grows Texas Energy Practice in Houston and Austin with Eight Recent Appointments and Moves (February 3, 2016)
AUSTIN and HOUSTON-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is broadening its Texas energy practice by adding two experienced lawyers in Houston and an accomplished energy regulatory attorney in the firm’s ...
