Randy Mehrberg

Co-Managing Partner

He / Him

Office

Chicago

Phone

+1 312 840 7505


Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

Credentials

  • Illinois

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

Service / Recognition

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

  • Illinois

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

Overview

Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

Credentials

Admissions

  • Illinois

Education

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

Court Admissions

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

Service / Recognition

Awards

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

Community

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

Credentials

  • Illinois

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

Service / Recognition

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

  • Illinois

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

Overview

Randy Mehrberg has spent decades shaping the business landscape as an in-house leader and a trusted outside advisor. An executive vice president at three major public companies, he understands the full range of issues and pressures his clients face, and how to help them achieve their business imperatives.

Randy's experience solving problems, consummating deals, litigating disputes, and enhancing corporate culture and governance gives him a deep understanding of how to help companies safeguard their business futures.

As Chief Legal Officer at Exelon, General Counsel at Vail Resorts, and President of PSEG Energy Holdings, Randy managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led thousands of employees, and directed growth strategies and corporate development. His broad experience includes high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, financing, securities, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, government relations, restructuring, real estate, tax, environmental, and labor and employment matters. Because he has walked miles in their shoes, clients look to Randy for business- oriented solutions on a wide range of important issues. As a senior advisor to the Mayor of Chicago and the general counsel of a large city agency, Randy understands how government works and excels at achieving positive outcomes.

Randy is a proactive counselor who spots and prepares for issues before they arise. His understanding of the energy sector and other dynamic industries helps him create business and competitive advantages. As his clients’ needs continue to evolve, Randy is committed to helping them prepare for a successful future.

Technology in the energy industry is changing much more quickly than public policy, regulations and the law. We thrive on helping position our clients to shape policy for success in the marketplace now and in the future.

Credentials

Admissions

  • Illinois

Education

  • University of Michigan, JD, 1980
  • University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, BS, magna cum laude, Economics, 1977

Court Admissions

  • US Supreme Court
  • US Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)

Service / Recognition

Awards

  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2026
  • The American Lawyer Industry Awards, Managing Partner of the Year (finalist), 2025
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Who's Who in Law, 2023-2025
  • Law360, Practice Group of the Year - Energy
  • Legal 500 US, Industry Focus - Energy Litigation - Conventional Power, 2018, 2020-2021
  • American Jewish Committee, Judge Learned Hand Human Relations Award
  • Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Services Award
  • Chicago Bar Association, David C. Hilliard Award
  • Catholic Charities, Award for Service to the Poor
  • H.O.P.E. for the People Award, Man of the Year

Community

  • Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, 2023-present
  • Lincoln Park Zoo, Board of Directors, 2001-present
  • Millennium Park Foundation, Board of Directors, 2007-present
  • United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Board of Directors, 2020-present
  • The HistoryMakers, Board of Trustees, 2016-present
  • Association of General Counsel, 2007-present; Program Chair, Fall 2007
  • University of Michigan Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, 1994-2023
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Health System, Board of Trustees, 2007-2016
  • Latin School of Chicago, Board of Trustees, 2002-2008; 2016-2023
  • NJTV Public Television, Board of Directors, 2010-2013
  • Center for Collaborative Change, Board of Directors, 2009-2013
  • Museum of Science & Industry, Board of Directors, 2002-2008
  • Northwestern Law School Corporate Counsel Institute, Chair, 2005

News and Insights

Event

Co-Managing Partner Randy Mehrberg Co-Chairs the Chicago Bar Foundation's 2026 Investing in Justice Campaign

Co-Managing Partner Randy Mehrberg is serving as co-chair of the Chicago Bar Foundation's (CBF) 2026 Investing in Justice Campaign alongside Laura Stein, General Counsel of Mondelēz International, Inc.

May 5, 2026

Publications

Jenner & Block’s 2025 Annual Pro Bono Report — The Heart of the Matter

The 25th edition of The Heart of the Matter is published on May 1 to align with Law Day, and features stories drawn from Jenner & Block’s pro bono work in 2025.

May 1, 2026

Event

Co-Managing Partner Randy Mehrberg and Partner Suedeen Kelly Participate in Northwestern University Energy Innovation Lab's Inaugural Conference

Co-Managing Partner Randy Mehrberg and Partner Suedeen Kelly, Co-Chairs of the firm's Energy Practice, participated in Northwestern University Energy Innovation Lab's (EIL) Inaugural Conference, "Energy Innovation and Emerging Technologies," held on April 17, at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago. 

April 17, 2026

Meet Randy

In this video, get to know our co-managing partner, Randy Mehrberg. Randy talks about his love for the outdoors, the matters he is proud of, and why he decided to become a lawyer.