Kevin Lipson, 58, Stefan Krantz, 46, John Lilyestrom, 51, and Christopher Schindler, 48, have rejoined Hogan Lovells’ Washington office as partners in the energy practice. Previously, they were partners at DLA Piper. Lipson earned his J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law. Krantz earned his J.D. from American University Washington College of Law. Lilyestrom earned his J.D. from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law. Schindler earned his J.D. from George Washing­ton University Law School.

LOCKE LORD

James Alford, 63, has joined Locke Lord’s Washington office as partner in the firm’s energy and corporate practices. He focuses on helping U.S. and foreign private- and public-sector clients design, develop and finance energy, infrastructure and construction projects. Previously, he was a partner at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle. He earned his J.D. from New England School of Law.

MAYER BROWN