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Mayer Brown LLP

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas

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Mayer Brown LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - UK

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Mayer Brown has a respected oil and gas team with growing experience in high-value international transactions. The firm is noted in particular for its experience in the acquisition and disposal of upstream assets. The team also assists with various corporate matters, including fundraisings, restructurings and joint venture arrangements. The group regularly handles transactions involving North Sea assets, as well as developments in Africa and Latin America.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mayer Brown acted for PRIO on its acquisition through share purchase of Sinochem's 40% interest in the Peregrino oil field in offshore Brazil.

Strengths

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  • The team has very good industry-specific experience. They are real subject matter experts in the oil and gas space.

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  • Mayer Brown is always available to provide support in all fields.

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  • Mayer Brown have a deep knowledge base and provide care for their clients. They are proactive and solutions-focused, with a very high standard of work product.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Bob Palmer
    Bob Palmer

    Bob Palmer

    Bob Palmer possesses significant expertise in the oil and gas sector and regularly advises on significant acquisitions in the upstream market. He primarily assists with transactions involving assets in emerging markets and North Sea developments.

    • Bob is a very well-respected lawyer.

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    • Bob Palmer is experienced and knowledgeable, and keeps the client's requirements in mind while looking for solutions. He is a very reliable adviser.

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    • Bob Palmer is extremely experienced.

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  • Richard Nelson
    Richard Nelson

    Richard Nelson

    Richard Nelson is a leading oil and gas lawyer who is active on upstream and downstream projects, particularly LNG transactions. He is especially recommended for work relating to South-East Asia.

    • Richard is very strong in LNG matters.

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    • Richard Nelson is very experienced.

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