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Projects & Energy - South Africa

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What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer's South African office houses a highly reputed projects and energy department with a strong track record in mining, renewables and transport projects. The law firm is frequently instructed on significant financings related to infrastructure and energy developments, as well as advising clients on M&A matters and procurement programmes. The practice handles a range of cross-border mandates, notably acting on projects across sub-Saharan Africa.

Work Highlights

  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised EDF on the design, financing, construction and operation mandates relating to three battery storage projects awarded to the client.

Strengths

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The team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is distinguished by its dedication to provide excellent client service and support.

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer possesses broad industry knowledge ranging over a number of years and access to international resources for non-local law-related aspects.

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The team goes above and beyond in offering support, is proactive, not bound by strict meters and willing to lean in and support the client in achieving their outcomes.

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Notable Practitioners

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Brigette Baillie
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Brigette Baillie
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Brigette Baillie operates at an extremely high level and is revered for her work on behalf of prestigious banks, companies active in the energy sector and financial institutions. She acts across a suite of project finance mandates, including PPAs, project contracts, procurement programmes and concessions in sectors such as infrastructure and power.

Brigette Baillie is super experienced. Her advice is fantastic, nothing surprises her and she's a good person to have in your court.

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Patrick Hirsch
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Patrick Hirsch
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Patrick Hirsch represents a broad base of clients in noteworthy project finance matters. He is well versed in PPPs and frequently advises lenders on developments in the energy space.

Patrick Hirsch is excellent. He is intelligent and commercially minded and understands the nuances of the types of financings we are involved in.

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Brigette Baillie
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Brigette Baillie
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Patrick Hirsch
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Patrick Hirsch
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