Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Herbert Smith Freehills is active on a suite of power, oil and gas, and TMT legal matters in the Philippines, working closely with the firm's corporate and finance departments to offer comprehensive expertise in project financing and related contractual matters. The team is significantly active on matters relating to renewable power, including wind, solar and hydropower. The firm also has a strong presence on disputes across the Asia-Pacific region, including in the Philippines. Its team comprises an experienced group of advocates with extensive knowledge of disputes concerning the Philippines, especially among its team in Hong Kong. The firm often acts on UNCITRAL and ICC arbitration proceedings. It maintains a broad bench that regularly advises some of the Philippines' largest conglomerates and international investors.

Herbert Smith Freehills advised First Gen on its project to build and operate a LNG import terminal in the Philippines.

Toby Anderson in Sydney is noted for his experience advising power companies on the development and construction of renewable energy and oil and gas projects. He represents many leading Philippine clients.