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What kind of lawyer do I need for my non-working solar panels?
Overview. Attorneys. Buchalter’s Solar and Renewable Energy attorneys represent manufacturers, developers, operators and investors. Our expertise spans corporate, real estate and tax transactions, financial structuring agreements, regulatory issues, environmental compliance, intellectual property protection, construction law and dispute resolution. We guide our clients …
Who is our client in solar energy?
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What does a solar energy Counselor do?
When transmission capacity is coupled with the abundant land, friendly landowners, and easy permitting, the area is seeing and is poised to see a boom in utility-scale solar projects. …
What does a solar energy consultant do in Texas?
Mar 31, 2014 · From the point of view of Solar City, they may find it easier to do all of that (and avoid having to make changes in the installed system because of code changes) by getting a new contract with no overlap of equipment. SunnyBoy 3000 US, 18 BP Solar 175B panels. Register to Post. Comment.
LEGAL
J. Michael Solar is the founder and Managing Partner of The Solar Law He was conferred Lifetime Membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Associates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America, based on a review of his litigation and trial achievements.
MARITIME AND INTERNATIONAL
Michael was appointed to three terms as Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority. The Port of Houston is a 52-mile-long complex of diversified public and 150-plus private facilities. The Port of Houston is ranked first in the United States in foreign waterborne tonnage and second in total U.S. tonnage.
ECONOMICS AND FINANCIAL
Among Michael’s economic and financial credentials, he was appointed Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Houston for three terms; Regional Advisory Board Member of J. P.
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL
Michael is a recognized leader in the Houston business and professional community as evidenced by his service at the Greater Houston Partnership and other business organizations. The Partnership is the primary advocate of Houston’s business and professional community and is dedicated to building Southwestern U.S. regional economic prosperity.
HEALTHCARE AND EDUCATION
Michael is a recognized leader in the private and public healthcare arena. The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in the world with one of the highest densities of clinical facilities for patient care, basic science, and translational research. His service has included membership on the Executive Committee of M. D.
MILITARY SERVICE
Michael served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. After completing basic training at Fort Polk, Louisiana, he was assigned to an Advanced Infantry training program. Upon successfully completing his training he was subsequently assigned to 3d United States Infantry, “The Old Guard”, Honor Guard Company, at Ft.
EDUCATION
Doctorate of Jurisprudence, University of Houston Law Center, 1980 Bachelor of Business Administration/ Economics; University of Houston
What happens if solar is valued less than lease terms?
If the buyer values solar any less than the lease terms, then lawyers need to get involved, according to other threads. So for the owner and future seller, getting advice of a lawyer years before that, before the lease is actually signed, may be prudent.
How long do you have to stay in a solar lease before you get a lease?
The buyout is typically expensive in the first 6 years, so you want to be reasonably confident you are staying put for the first 6 years before you get a lease. Bottom line is a solar lease requires a certain level of trust between you and the lessor.
What is the least obtrusive position for solar panels?
In many instances, the least obtrusive position for solar panels is one that prevents it from collecting energy at its peak potential.
What is the responsibility of a municipality for solar power?
Municipalities are responsible for performing review of the electrical plans and inspection of the work using personnel who are ...
What is the role of engineers in PV?
Engineers play a key role in helping a property owner to navigate the regulations set forth by the public utility and the National Electric Code to protect the grid and the personnel who work on the grid.
Is solar energy subsidized?
The very idea of collecting our own power on our own property, independent of the utility company or foreign fuel sources, strikes most of us as quintessentially American. Solar collection systems are currently subsidized by state and federal programs and can be sized to reduce a property owner's electric bill to effectively zero.
Can an attorney question an expert witness?
The attorney can question the expert witness on each aspect of the ordinance. If specific provisions of the ordinance cannot be met, the expert witness can provide testimony to explain these reasons. Each reason must be linked to a formal request for a variance from a specific section of the ordinance.
Can PV designers provide testimony?
The designers of the PV system may provide factual testimony regarding technical aspects of the system to provide the municipality with a full description of the proposed project. However, the system designers are often prohibited from providing opinions as to the compliance of the system with the ordinance.
Can solar panels be mounted on the ground?
Solar panels mounted on the ground can become an attractive nuisance for children who may be tempted to climb the support framework. Children who see a solar array as a giant piece of playground equipment are at risk of injury from falls, sharp edges and exposed wires. Property owners should consider these hazards and municipalities should require supervision or barriers for a PV system, as most require for a swimming pool or an unoccupied structure.
Client and Industry Challenges
- Concerns about energy security, availability and costs have resulted in an increased focus on renewable and alternative energy sources. While consumer demand and government incentives have provided ample opportunity for development and growth in the renewable energy sector, in…
Clients We Serve
- Our clients include lenders, tax credit investors, independent power producers, developers, power offtakers, construction contractors, entrepreneurs, venture capital and private equity firms, and strategic investors that concentrate in this industry. For our clients, we provide a comprehensive range of legal services tailored to suit the scope of their business and legal needs. We represen…
Why Clients Select Us
- Breadth and Depth of Experience: Our firm's numerous practice groups work together to provide interdisciplinary representation to our clients in the renewable energy industry, and our attorneys have a diverse array of practice focuses applicable to emerging and established renewable energy companies. Additionally, our network of offices and professionals are ideally located in many of …
Experience
- Our renewable energy attorney practice extends to and beyond the following areas: Project Finance We have represented numerous parties in financing renewable energy projects. This includes representing lenders with respect to making nonrecourse loans to project level entities secured by equipment and revenue streams. We have also represented developers and indepen…
Legal
- J. Michael Solar is the founder and Managing Partner of The Solar Law He was conferred Lifetime Membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Associates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America, based on a review of his litigation and trial achievements. The firm has provided counseling, investigation and litigation services to working men and women, union...
Maritime and International
- Michael was appointed to three terms as Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority. The Port of Houston is a 52-mile-long complex of diversified public and 150-plus private facilities. The Port of Houston is ranked first in the United States in foreign waterborne tonnage and second in total U.S. tonnage. Michael’s international, labor and trade experience was founded upon his earl…
Economics and Financial
- Among Michael’s economic and financial credentials, he was appointed Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Houston for three terms; Regional Advisory Board Member of J. P. Morgan Chase Bank, including its predecessor Texas Commerce Bank, for over 18 years; Member, Finance Council of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, and Trustee of various foundations.
Business and Professional
- Michael is a recognized leader in the Houston business and professional community as evidenced by his service at the Greater Houston Partnership and other business organizations. The Partnership is the primary advocate of Houston’s business and professional community and is dedicated to building Southwestern U.S. regional economic prosperity. Solar served multiple ter…
Healthcare and Education
- Michael is a recognized leader in the private and public healthcare arena. The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in the world with one of the highest densities of clinical facilities for patient care, basic science, and translational research. His service has included membership on the Executive Committee of M. D. Anderson Cancer Center; Director, The Menni…
Selected Honors
- “Presidential Citation”, State Bar of Texas Bar year 1995-1996
- “Lifetime Achievement Award” Hispanic Bar Association 2008
- “Dean’s Award”, University of Houston Law Center
- “Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem”(Catholic Order of Knighthood, under the direct protection of the Holy See)
Military Service
- Michael served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. After completing basic training at Fort Polk, Louisiana, he was assigned to an Advanced Infantry training program. Upon successfully completing his training he was subsequently assigned to 3d United States Infantry, “The Old Guard”, Honor Guard Company, at Ft. Meyer, Virginia, where he served in the Presidenti…
Education
- Doctorate of Jurisprudence, University of Houston Law Center, 1980 Bachelor of Business Administration/ Economics; University of Houston
Personal
- Solar celebrated 39 years of marriage to Dr. Patricia Claire Solar. they have four adult children: Ash, Sebastien, Bryan and Stefanie
Lectures and Publications
- In addition to serving as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Houston for Trial Advocacy, Mr. Solar has been a frequent guest lecturer on various legal topics for organizations including the American Bar Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, the U.S. Mexico Judicial Conference, State Bar of Texas Continuing Education Program, University of Houston La…
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