Professor Fershee began his legal career with Davis Polk & Wardwell, New York, NY, where he represented clients in corporate and litigation matters. He then joined the energy practice group at Hogan & Hartson, LLP, Washington, D.C., where he represented energy clients in matters before state and federal regulators, analyzed state and federal legislation, and advised clients on mergers and acquisitions, climate change issues, and renewable portfolio standards. Before his legal career, Professor Fershee worked for a Washington, D.C.-based trade association and served as a public relations executive specializing in strategic planning, brand management, and crisis communications with two Los Angeles public relations agencies.