Kelsi A. Cronkhite

Her practice centers on supporting the acquisition, development, financing, and operation of energy projects, including wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Drawing on her in-house experience with a utility-scale solar developer, Kelsi negotiates and structures a broad range of commercial agreements central to project execution, including engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, power purchase agreements (PPAs), supply agreements, service and operations agreements (SMAs and O&M agreements), financing documents, and other project-related arrangements. She partners closely with clients to navigate the contractual, regulatory and operational considerations that arise throughout the lifecycle of a project.

Prior to joining the firm, Kelsi represented financial institutions and corporate clients in a variety of financing transactions at nationally recognized law firms, including secured and unsecured credit facilities, acquisition financings, and debt restructurings. This background informs her practical, deal-oriented approach and her ability to align legal strategy with business objectives in complex energy engagements.