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A&O Shearman

Projects & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Middle East-wide

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A&O Shearman

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Projects & Energy - Middle East-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman has a broad projects practice that is prominent throughout the region. It is active on all aspects of project development, with a thoroughly commended finance team. The group maintains a strong petrochemicals practice, which is notably active in Oman, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The firm's lawyers undertake a range of PPP projects and have acknowledged expertise in solar and renewables.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Sherman advised TotalEnergies, as a co-sponsor of Saudi Aramco, on the project financing of the Amiral petrochemical complex.

Strengths

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  • We appreciate the firm's effective legal strategies in extra-complex transactions, its excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and its ability to think creatively and find efficient solutions.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

  • The team at A&O Shearman has a good mix of partners and associates to get both critical thinking and smooth delivery.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

  • A&O Shearman's service level and work product are exceptional.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

  • They are strong, very responsive, with strong depth of knowledge both regionally and internationally. They have a deep appreciation of our requirements, market positions and precedent.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

  • The A&O Shearman team has demonstrated an unrivalled ability to problem-solve and address highly complex and often unexpected issues.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Ian Ingram-Johnson
    Ian Ingram-Johnson

    Ian Ingram-Johnson

    Ian Ingram-Johnson is a distinguished lawyer who wins widespread recognition for the depth of his experience handling major projects across the region. He adeptly advises on a range of financings and refinancings, most notably acting for international banks and financial institutions. He is based in London.

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  • Joe Clinton
    Joe Clinton

    Joe Clinton

    Dubai-based Joe Clinton has significant experience handling project finance mandates, particularly acting for clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors in Europe and the MENA region. He offers additional skills in project development.

    • Joe Clinton has excellent legal knowledge combined with very strong negotiation skills.

      Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

    • We have delivered some of our most innovative and complex structures with Joe Clinton. He is one of the few lawyers capable of handling this level of complexity.

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  • Elliott Sawford
    Elliott Sawford

    Elliott Sawford

    Elliott Sawford is based in Dubai and has fast become a go-to person for energy and infrastructure projects. He demonstrates significant strengths in PPPs and can advise clients on the finance, procurement and construction aspects of such matters. He is noted for his frequent handling of cross-border projects relating to the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

    • Elliott is phenomenal on the projects side.

      Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

    • Elliott is a calming and responsive presence on deals.

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