Robert H. Solomon

Robert H. Solomon serves as a Professorial Lecturer in Law at The George Washington University Law School while concurrently holding the position of Solicitor at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) since November 2005, operating within the US Senior Executive Service.

Education:

• BA, University of Pennsylvania
• JD, Washington University School of Law (St. Louis)

His professional focus centers on energy regulation and legal defense, with extensive expertise in appellate litigation where he has personally presented oral arguments over 70 times defending FERC orders. His research interests bridge energy policy implementation, regulatory compliance frameworks, and judicial review of administrative actions, emphasizing practical applications in federal energy governance.

Distinguished Recognition:

• FERC Exemplar of Public Service Award (awarded twice)
• Chairman’s Medal
• Chairman’s Executive Leadership Award

Mr. Solomon maintains active professional engagement as a Master in the Edward Coke Appellate Inn of Court and through continuous involvement with the Energy Bar Association, contributing to judicial education and energy law discourse. His governmental role involves directing all appellate litigation strategy while his academic appointment focuses on translating complex regulatory practice into Energy Law and Regulation coursework.