Utsarga is a creative, strategic advocate for energy and natural resources clients facing complex federal regulatory challenges.
Utsarga helps clients navigate compliance with federal laws and regulations, defends against Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) enforcement actions, handles appeals before the Interior Board of Land Appeals (IBLA), and litigates royalty disputes—including allegations of royalty underpayment and False Claims Act proceedings.
He also guides clients developing mining and oil and gas projects through administrative agency review, from pre-permitting compliance to NEPA review. Utsarga advises clients on regulatory submissions and strategy for comments on new or proposed changes to federal rules and laws.
When disputes arise in or move to federal court, Utsarga litigates appeals of administrative agency decisions, defends challenged project approvals, and handles private-party disputes involving a federal regulatory nexus. Clients value his ability to craft creative, compelling arguments aligned with their long-term business goals.