Trevor Alexander
About Trevor Alexander
Trevor Alexander serves as the Co-Chair of the Energy Group at Benesch Law, where he has worked since 2020. He has a notable legal background, including significant achievements in energy agreements and litigation, and has been recognized by various legal rankings.
Work at Benesch Law
Trevor Alexander serves as the Co-Chair of the Energy Group at Benesch Law, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves overseeing legal strategies and initiatives related to energy law, particularly focusing on renewable energy projects and regulatory compliance. Based in Columbus, Ohio, he collaborates with a team of legal professionals to provide comprehensive legal services to clients in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Trevor Alexander earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where he studied Cum Laude from 2003 to 2006. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from Capital University, studying from 1999 to 2003. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both legal principles and economic analysis, enhancing his expertise in energy law and litigation.
Background
Trevor Alexander began his legal career at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP, where he worked for a total of 14 years, first as an Associate from 2006 to 2014 and then as a Partner from 2014 to 2020. During his time there, he gained extensive experience in litigation and energy law, representing various clients in significant legal matters. He also interned at the Ohio Legislative Service Commission from 2002 to 2003, which provided him with insights into legislative processes.
Achievements
Trevor Alexander has achieved notable recognition in his field. He successfully obtained a $27.8 million judgment in a bank fraud proceeding and defended a claim on an $86 million letter of credit in a contested contractual dispute. He has been named a 'Top Litigator Under 40' by Benchmark Litigation for 2018-2019 and has been included in the '40 & Under Hot List' since 2017. In 2024, he was ranked by Chambers USA, recognizing his contributions to the Energy & Natural Resources sector.
Legal Representation and Negotiations
Throughout his career, Trevor Alexander has represented various clients in significant legal proceedings. He has negotiated over 100 MW of solar energy agreements for municipal and industrial clients, showcasing his expertise in renewable energy transactions. Additionally, he has represented a competitive retail electric provider before the Ohio Supreme Court in several rate cases and has worked with natural gas utilities in base distribution rate case proceedings, achieving notable success in these areas.