Projects & Energy
Global Guide 2024 : Middle East-wide
Band 1
Contact number
+971 4 4267100Chambers Review
This firm 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. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm advised the group of lenders to NEOM Green Hydrogen Company on the financing for a green hydrogen plant in Saudi Arabia.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They're responsive, energetic and fully available throughout the transaction. They have a good understanding of the latest project development trends in the MENA region."
"The team handles complex transactions with consummate ease."
"The firm has access to a seamless international network of lawyers available to support across time zones."
"They're responsive, energetic and fully available throughout the transaction. They have a good understanding of the latest project development trends in the MENA region."
"The team handles complex transactions with consummate ease."
"The firm has access to a seamless international network of lawyers available to support across time zones."
Notable Practitioners
Ian Ingram-Johnson is a distinguished lawyer based out of Dubai, where he 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 energy and power clients. International banks and financial institutions form a large part of his client list as well.
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 super responsive."
Elliot 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.
Joe Clinton heads the UAE banking and projects team. He 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 has great commercial awareness. His contribution is invaluable, especially around negotiations. He is also very efficient in his ways of working."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&O Shearman
Middle East-wide