Noelle J. Coates
About Noelle J. Coates
Noelle J. Coates serves as Senior Counsel at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2015. She has a background in law and international security, having studied at Georgetown University and William & Mary Law School, and has held various legal and research positions throughout her career.
Work at American Electric Power
Noelle J. Coates has served as Senior Counsel at American Electric Power since 2015. In her role, she advises on the Environmental and Social Justice program, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and promoting sustainable practices. Coates participates in the development and evaluation of Requests for Proposals and Integrated Resource Plans, contributing to the strategic planning of energy resources. Additionally, she designs regulatory programs and solutions for generation and storage, focusing on meeting customer demands and expectations.
Education and Expertise
Noelle J. Coates holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Security and Diplomacy from Georgetown University, which she attended from 1993 to 1997. She furthered her education at William & Mary Law School, earning her law degree from 2003 to 2006. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in legal principles and international relations, which she applies in her current role in the energy sector.
Background
Coates began her career as a Research Associate at The Advisory Board Company in the Washington D.C. Metro Area from 1997 to 1998. She then worked as a Paralegal at Ernst & Young from 2001 to 2003, gaining valuable legal experience. Before joining American Electric Power, she served as an Associate at Hunton & Williams from 2006 to 2015, where she worked in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area and Richmond, VA. Coates also completed a brief tenure as a Summer Associate at Williams Mullen in 2004.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Noelle J. Coates has accumulated diverse legal experience across various sectors. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in legal research, compliance, and regulatory program design. At American Electric Power, she focuses on environmental and social justice, regulatory solutions, and resource planning, demonstrating her expertise in the energy industry.