The nuclear sector is experiencing renewed momentum as governments and private investors look to advanced technologies to meet clean-energy goals. Yet the nuclear industry remains one of the most highly regulated and technically demanding in the world. Axiom’s nuclear energy lawyers help companies navigate the full spectrum of legal, regulatory, and commercial challenges associated with developing, financing, and operating nuclear facilities in the United States and abroad.
Deep Experience Advising Nuclear Clients
Axiom’s lawyers can assist clients across the nuclear industry, including utilities, developers, investors, and technology providers, throughout the entire lifecycle of nuclear power plant projects. They bring deep experience advising nuclear enterprises on licensing, compliance, financing, and transactional matters, combining legal acumen with a strong understanding of the sector’s scientific and technical issues.
Our team has supported projects ranging from large-scale reactors to small modular reactors (SMRs) and other advanced nuclear technologies that promise safer, more flexible, and cost-effective deployment. We also help clients navigate matters before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and other federal and state agencies governing safety, licensing, and environmental review.
Project Development and EPC Agreements
Successful nuclear projects depend on precise coordination between engineering, construction, and regulatory oversight. Axiom’s lawyers can advise clients on engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, site selection, and permitting processes. They ensure that project agreements allocate risk appropriately while complying with stringent domestic and international nuclear standards.
Our team can also counsel clients on power purchase agreements (PPAs), fuel supply contracts, and vendor management arrangements that define long-term operational success. Whether working on next-generation modular reactor deployment or upgrading existing facilities, Axiom provides practical, commercially focused guidance to keep projects on schedule and compliant.
Regulatory, Environmental, and Waste Management
Compliance in the nuclear sector requires a thorough understanding of both federal and state regulatory frameworks. Axiom’s lawyers can assist clients in maintaining compliance with NRC licensing conditions, export controls, and international safety protocols. They also advise on environmental permitting, radiological protection, and decommissioning obligations associated with legacy nuclear facilities.
Our experience extends to nuclear waste management, including the handling and transportation of spent nuclear fuel. We help clients design programs that align with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) standards and international conventions while managing long-term liability and public safety concerns.
Intellectual Property and Advanced Technology
As innovation drives the future of nuclear power, protecting proprietary technology and know-how is critical. Axiom’s lawyers advise clients on intellectual property protection, licensing, and technology transfer strategies to safeguard reactor designs, control systems, and fuel technologies. We also assist with joint-venture structuring and R&D collaborations across the international nuclear ecosystem.
Our team supports companies pioneering breakthroughs in advanced nuclear technologies, from microreactors to fusion research. By combining technical literacy with practical legal insight, Axiom ensures that innovation moves forward securely and strategically.
Global Perspective, Local Knowledge
The nuclear sector operates across borders, requiring a coordinated approach to regulatory compliance and project execution. Axiom’s lawyers bring both international nuclear experience and an in-depth understanding of local laws and policies in the United States. They help clients align global best practices with national safety and environmental standards, ensuring consistent compliance from development through operation.
By offering flexible, on-demand access to experienced nuclear energy lawyers, Axiom empowers organizations to scale their legal capabilities efficiently, supporting innovation, compliance, and responsible growth in one of the world’s most vital energy industries.
