Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Philippines
Foreign desks
Latham & Watkins has a market-leading team of lawyers for Philippines mandates, with impressive project development and financing expertise in the energy sector. The firm is a popular choice for foreign and domestic sponsors and lenders on headline power projects, including coal and LNG projects, as well as transportation infrastructure. Its practice in this space is led from the firm's Tokyo office, with assistance from other regional and global offices, such as Singapore and London. Its clientele includes Meralco PowerGen, San Buenaventura Power and San Miguel.
Work highlights
Latham & Watkins advised San Miguel Corporation and its subsidiary SMC Global Power Holdings, in connection with the development of an LNG import terminal and two LNG-to-power projects in Batangas, Philippines.
Notable practitioners
Richard Fleming is recognised by sources for his role in numerous high-value matters in the Philippines. He regularly advises leading Philippine power companies, as well as international banks, on project financing and development.
