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Akin

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas

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To learn more about Akin's Energy & Natural Resources capabilities in the UK and other jurisdictions, please visit the Energy & Infrastructure page at www.akingump.com.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Akin offers an impressive depth of market experience in oil and gas matters, with significant expertise in upstream, midstream and downstream issues. The team advises clients on commercial and corporate matters and offers deep knowledge of restructuring issues. The firm also fields a leading energy disputes team capable of handling major litigation and international arbitrations. It frequently acts for oil and gas majors and other international energy companies on cross-border work.

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Work Highlights

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  • Akin advised Vitol on the acquisition of 100% of the shares in BP Turkey Refining Limited and BP Petrolleri A.Ş.

Strengths

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  • The Akin team has lawyers with expertise in different jurisdictions, which helps to efficiently and timely address our enquiries.

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  • The Akin team ask relevant questions to understand the client's needs, desires and constraints quickly.

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  • Akin distinguish themselves through their specialised energy law expertise, client-focused approach and innovative solutions. The knowledgeable team provides tailored strategies and proactive advice.

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  • Akin have good cross-functional knowledge that helps them review complex structures.

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  • Akin do quick and excellent work. They are always on the ball.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Justin Williams
    Justin Williams

    Justin Williams

    Justin Williams is regularly instructed by international clients to provide representation in significant litigation and arbitration proceedings relating to the oil and gas sector.

    • Justin is ultra-reliable with unerring instincts.

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  • Rob Butler
    Rob Butler

    Rob Butler

    Rob Butler is an oil and gas lawyer with strong experience advising on M&A transactions and projects in the upstream and midstream sectors.

    • Rob's advice is always professional. He addresses our actual concerns, highlights the risks and gives efficient solutions.

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    • Rob is a great lawyer and a very pleasant person to work with.

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    • Rob is incredibly hard-working and very diligent. He can handle really time-sensitive deals.

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    • Rob provides a very high level of service in a user-friendly manner and valuable commercial insight on matters beyond the purely legal.

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