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Projects & Energy - Middle East-wide

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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.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman acted for the Omani Ministry of Energy & Minerals and the Oman Investment Authority regarding the extension of two major LNG projects, involving numerous commercial agreements with international companies.

Strengths

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The team at A&O Shearman have always been available, attentive and punctual, and never fail to respond.

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The firm provides high-quality advice combined with a very high service level and great bandwidth, making them able to meet the needs of a major client.

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A&O invest time in understanding the unique needs and commercial objectives of their clients, offering practical and commercially sound advice that aligns with broader business strategies.

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Notable Practitioners

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Judith Kim
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Judith Kim
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Judith Kim is an eminent projects lawyer who draws praise from commentators for her significant knowledge of energy and oil and gas mandates. Based in Dubai, she has extensive experience working on projects across the Middle East, particularly the GCC. She often advises sponsors, lenders and government entities.

Judith is great - she has been in the Middle East a long time. She is knowledgeable and a great practitioner, and does a lot of oil and gas work.

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Ian Ingram-Johnson
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Ian Ingram-Johnson
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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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Elliott Sawford
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Elliott Sawford
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Elliott Sawford is based in Abu Dhabi 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 excels in cross-border projects stemming from the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

He is an unquestionable standout in the field of projects and project financing, an absolute pleasure to collaborate with.

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Joe Clinton
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Joe Clinton
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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.

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Judith Kim
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Judith Kim
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Ian Ingram-Johnson
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Ian Ingram-Johnson
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Elliott Sawford
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Elliott Sawford
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Joe Clinton
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Joe Clinton
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