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A&O Shearman

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A&O Shearman

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Projects: Mainly International - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is considered a first port of call for highly significant projects matters in jurisdictions around the world. The firm is highly active in a number of sectors, including energy, social infrastructure and transport. It offers particular expertise in nuclear and renewables projects. The team demonstrates strong credentials in highly complex funding structures, including bond and multisourced financing work. It is well regarded for its representation of lenders and lender groups.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Northvolt on the financing of the USD5 billion expansion of its lithium-ion battery manufacturing and recycling facility in Sweden.

Strengths

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  • They have experts across all sectors and jurisdictions.

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  • The team are always on call, have quick turnaround times and are very client-centric.

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  • They have lots of high-quality lawyers and they are always responsive.

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  • The team's strengths include their commerciality, speed and global coverage.

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  • A&O Shearman have strong sector knowledge and an international network.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Lee
    David Lee

    David Lee

    David Lee is held in high esteem by market sources due to his considerable project financing expertise. He regularly assists financial institutions and other investors with transactions involving significant infrastructure assets.

    • David is a great lawyer.

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    • He is an amazing practitioner.

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  • Lorraine Bayliss
    Lorraine Bayliss

    Lorraine Bayliss

    Lorraine Bayliss is highly regarded for her work advising export credit agencies and commercial lenders on the project financing of assets in the oil and gas, mining and transport sectors. She is particularly well versed in acting on transactions with a multi-jurisdictional component.

    • Lorraine Bayliss is a great lawyer to work with on complex transactions.

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    • Lorraine Bayliss is great in negotiations, provides great client service and is able to manage a number of complex transactions at the same time.

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  • Troy Edwards
    Troy Edwards

    Troy Edwards

    Troy Edwards is co-head of the firm's global energy group and head of its construction practice. He enjoys a strong reputation for his expertise in relation to the development and construction of energy infrastructure.

    • Troy Edwards is creative in finding win-win solutions with our partners. He is operationally astute and pragmatic in getting the deal done.

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  • Christopher H Andrew
    Christopher H Andrew

    Christopher H Andrew

    Christopher Andrew draws noteworthy praise for his representation of both lenders and sponsors in transactions. He regularly assists clients with the acquisition and development of renewable energy assets, with a particular focus on both domestic and international wind farms.

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  • Michael Diosi
    Michael Diosi

    Michael Diosi

    Michael Diosi regularly advises clients in relation to the development and financing of energy projects. He has notable expertise in projects involving hydrogen and lithium-ion batteries.

    • Michael Diosi is incredibly commercial and has a true understanding of the deal beyond the legal.

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