Chambers Review
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Energy & Natural Resources - Australia
What the Team is Known For
Allens fields a market-leading practice with considerable strength across the oil and gas, mining and utilities sectors. The practice displays a strong aptitude in the renewables sector, covering acquisitions, divestments and the full life cycle of development projects. The firm is regularly sought out by major resources clients to assist with large-scale projects and complex commercial transactions. The team has considerable experience advising on policy drafting and regulatory issues within the electricity sector. In addition, the practice boasts of access to worldwide expertise through the Linklaters alliance, representing several of the globe's best-known multinational players in all relevant jurisdictions.
Strengths
Allens is well versed in energy and natural resources law and is well-known for advising top resource companies. Their advice is practical, timely and extremely valuable to our operations.
The Allens team have an extremely commercial focus. They boast a deep pool of highly talented lawyers who take pride in solving problems while understanding their clients' risk tolerance.
The Allens team conducted the deal with remarkable precision. Their ability to operate with meticulous attention to detail and impressive efficiency provided both comfort and confidence.
Work Highlights
Allens advised Whitehaven Coal on its acquisition of the Blackwater and Daunia metallurgical coal mines in Queensland and subsequently negotiated joint venture agreements with Nippon Steel and JFE Steel.
Notable practitioners
Louis is an expert in his field and always provides high quality, practical advice.
Louis is very well respected within our organisation and provides pragmatic and sound advice backed by years of relevant experience.
Igor was really organised, very easy to deal with and helped to bring a successful outcome.
Igor worked tirelessly throughout the transaction, despite facing numerous complex challenges.
Kate Axup is based in Melbourne and is recognised for her considerable expertise in the energy sector, with particular specialism in green energy. She is well versed in advising notable clients on offtake and power purchase agreements in addition to regulatory compliance matters.
Kate is always a pleasure to work with. She possesses an excellent understanding of the industry and is an expert in her field.
Kate was beyond exceptional. She has been amazing in thought leadership and strategy.
Richard is always across the details. His excellent management skills and collegiate approach to negotiations were a key factor in the timely delivery of the deal.