Paul J. Hickey

Paul J. Hickey began his distinguished legal career as a law clerk for the Honorable James E. Barrett at the United States Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit. Transitioning from his clerkship, Paul took on the role of prosecutor at the Laramie County Attorney’s Office, where he honed his skills in Energy Law.

Paul's expertise in this field has earned him recognition as a Mountain States Super Lawyer and a Best Lawyer. He represents a diverse clientele, including regulated gas and electric utilities, natural gas producers, wind developers, and interstate electric transmission projects.

In addition to his energy law focus, Paul maintains a substantial trial practice, primarily in Federal Court, handling cases such as refinery explosions and various commercial litigations. He holds a Tier One ranking in Commercial Litigation by Chambers USA.

Paul has contributed significantly to the legal community, serving on Advisory Committees for both the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals and the District Court for the District of Wyoming. His trial experience extends to numerous cases in State and Federal Courts, covering commercial, oil and gas, and negligence claims.

In leadership roles, Paul is a past president of both the Wyoming State Bar and the Wyoming Bar Foundation. Currently, he is the Chairman of the Dean’s Advisory Committee of the College of Law at the University of Wyoming.

He also serves as a Director for the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals Historical Society and was its President in 2013. Paul's involvement in state and local affairs is notable, having chaired the Wyoming Natural Gas Pipeline Authority and the Wyoming Water Development Commission during his service.