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Projects & Energy: International - Japan

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What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie's Tokyo-based team is regularly instructed to advise on cross-border energy sector transactions, including off-take arrangements, tolling agreements, regulatory compliance and investment in natural resource assets. The team is highly proficient in advising on the development of LNG power plant projects, as well as solar and wind projects, representing international contractors and developers. The practice is routinely instructed by major institutional investors and trading houses, both Japanese and international, and has considerable experience in domestic PPP and PFI transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised hyperscale data centre specialist AirTrunk on the development and financing of a 110 MW facility in western Tokyo.

Strengths

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"They go above and beyond. They are reliable, quick to take action and see the issues from the point of view of their clients."

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"They have experienced attorneys who come up with sophisticated advice for complex issues."

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Notable Practitioners

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Ean S Mac Pherson
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Band 4

Ean Mac Pherson is a partner in Tokyo who enjoys a solid reputation with clients and offers notable expertise on both conventional and renewable energy projects. He handles a range of work from project development matters to energy sector transactions.

"Ean Mac Pherson has been our go-to international lawyer in Tokyo for several years, and we know we can always trust him to provide prompt and considered advice."

"He can cover a wide range of energy matters and is good at collaborating with Japanese lawyers."

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Jon Ornolfsson
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Jon Ornolfsson
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Band 4

Jon Ornolfsson is a partner in Tokyo who has strong activity in the infrastructure, LNG and renewable energy sectors.

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Samir S Desai
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Band 4

Samir Desai is an experienced partner in the projects and renewable energy space, frequently advising clients on the implementation of major projects.

"He is very responsive, has a client-oriented mind and is committed to the completion of the task."

"He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in legal services, and is well received within the company for his sincere response."

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Projects & Energy: International
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Ean S Mac Pherson
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Jon Ornolfsson
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Jon Ornolfsson
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Samir S Desai
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