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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Our world class project development and project finance team regularly acts on complex matters across the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors.

Regularly called upon by sponsors, lenders and government clients, our highly regarded experts win praise for their deep knowledge of industry sectors. This allows us to provide innovative insights and advice to help our clients overcome commercial challenges and achieve a competitive advantage.

We work as an integrated international team to deliver a seamless service, efficiently supporting the development of projects which underpin the growth of economies across developed, emerging and frontier markets.

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Projects: Mainly International - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst has a top-notch domestic projects team acting on high-profile social infrastructure and transport projects, including PPP developments. The firm offers excellent capabilities in power and other energy project work. It is experienced in handling oil and gas projects in addition to renewable and low-carbon alternatives. The team also provides counsel on waste sector projects. The firm serves an impressive blue-chip client base including a number of sponsor and lender organisations, as well as government bodies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero on numerous matters, including its carbon capture, usage and storage programme, its hydrogen production, transport and storage business models, and Great British Nuclear's Small Modular Reactors programme.

Strengths

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  • Ashurst's client service is very strong.

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  • They have really good experience with project finance. They are the pre-eminent, go-to firm in this regard.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Philip Vernon
    Philip Vernon

    Philip Vernon

    Philip Vernon is held in exceptionally high regard due to his work on the development and financing of significant infrastructure projects. His comprehensive practice involves assisting sponsors and funders with transport, housing, education and energy projects.

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  • Patrick Boyle
    Patrick Boyle

    Patrick Boyle

    Patrick Boyle frequently advises lenders, sponsors and public sector clients on a range of projects matters. He is particularly adept at handling waste-to-energy, transport and housing projects.

    • Patrick Boyle has really good experience with project finance. He is pre-eminent and a go-to for these matters.

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  • Sanja Udovicic
    Sanja Udovicic

    Sanja Udovicic

    Sanja Udovicic is noted for acting on project finance mandates for sponsors and financial institutions. She regularly advises on power, mining and transport developments, particularly those in Africa and Latin America.

    • Her ability to balance legal precision with practical problem-solving and strong knowledge of lenders' requirements from a policy and risk point of view was instrumental.

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  • Antony Skinner
    Antony Skinner

    Antony Skinner

    Antony Skinner is a noted energy specialist who advises clients on the acquisition, financing and development of energy projects. He focuses his practice on transactions involving renewable energy assets, including solar and wind farms.

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  • Mark Elsey
    Mark Elsey

    Mark Elsey

    Mark Elsey is held in high regard due to the depth of his experience in PPP transactions. He regularly assists funders and municipal authorities on transport and infrastructure matters.

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  • Cameron Smith
    Cameron Smith

    Cameron Smith

    Cameron Smith is highly experienced in advising clients on the project financing elements of domestic waste-to-energy projects.

    • He provides a user-friendly service.

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