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Blank Rome LLP

Offshore Energy

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Blank Rome LLP

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Offshore Energy - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Blank Rome LLP leverages its exceptional maritime practice to service clients in the offshore energy space. The team offers clients expertise in joint venture formation and regulatory matters relating to the manning of offshore energy projects and related vessels.
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Work Highlights

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  • Blank Rome advised Avangrid and Vineyard Wind, which as part of a 50-50 joint venture with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, is construction a large-scale offshore wind project in the US, Vineyard 1.

Strengths

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  • Blank Rome has a very responsive team.

    Offshore Energy respondentUSA

  • The law firm simply cover all areas of shipping law and it understands the commercial aspects of the work.

    Offshore Energy respondentUSA

  • Blank Rome is first choice for when I'm making recommendations to clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan K Waldron
    Jonathan K Waldron

    Jonathan K Waldron

    Jonathan Waldron brings his considerable maritime expertise to bear in complex regulatory matters for clients in the offshore wind space. He is particularly notable for his knowledge of the Jones Act and background in the Coast Guard.

    • Jonathan is very well known in the area.

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  • Douglas Shoemaker
    Douglas Shoemaker

    Douglas Shoemaker

    Douglas Shoemaker offers a breadth of knowledge to cater for a variety of areas in the offshore energy space. He has experience leading several aspects of wind projects, including financial and project development advice.

    • Douglas is a trusted advisor who continuously delivers excellent advice.

      Offshore Energy respondentUSA

    • Douglas is a professional lawyer to work with.

      Offshore Energy respondentUSA

    • Doug is my first call when I need external counsel.

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  • Thomas H Belknap Jr
    Thomas H Belknap Jr

    Thomas H Belknap Jr

    Thomas Belknap is noted for his strong offshore energy expertise, advising on offshore wind developments, pipeline construction, and related contractual and insurance matters. He has wider capabilities in maritime litigation and arbitration.

    • Tom is easy to speak to and understand, and he provides good legal advice.

      Offshore Energy respondentUSA

    • Tom is an impressive lawyer.

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