Projects & Energy

Stéphane Brabant is an illustrious lawyer in the African projects and energy space and co-heads the firm's Africa group. A prominent presence throughout francophone jurisdictions, he is particularly well versed in mining projects as chair of the firm's mining group. Based in the firm's Paris office, he is a noted OHADA specialist.

London-based Paul Biggs is a pre-eminent lawyer with extensive expertise in power developments. He is prominent across southern Africa for his representation of developers, lenders and other institutional investors. He is particularly well reputed for his leading position on IPPs across the continent including in Ethiopia, Ghana and Uganda. He assists with a variety of large-scale renewable power projects.

"He's done a great job growing Trinity's practice; he's very specialised."

Firm co-founder Simon Norris is highly respected for his project development work across a number of African power markets. Based in London, he is regularly instructed by sponsors, international finance institutions and government entities on IPPs.

"He is very pragmatic and knowledgeable, and is able to assist with complex challenges."

"He is extremely proactive, very pleasant to work with and understands the mindset of a developer."

Co-head of the firm's francophone and DFI practices, Kaushik Ray frequently handles project financing, development and transactions, particularly in relation to the power sector. With a strong profile in IPPs and renewable energy matters, he regularly advises domestic and international lenders, as well as having additional experience as borrower's counsel.

"He's a very good lawyer who is very strong on power."

Marianna Sédéfian is a rising star who has wide-ranging experience advising on the financing aspects of power, mining and infrastructure projects. Based in Paris, she is typically active on matters in francophone Africa and has complementary expertise in OHADA law.

"She understands what we want to achieve and she proposes pragmatic solutions."

Paris-based Pierre Bernheim is noted for his comprehensive understanding of project finance as well as the regulatory considerations underpinning high-stakes projects.

"Pierre has great knowledge on regulatory issues. He knows what is going on in West Africa under OHADA and can always help us navigate any issues - he's always helpful and gives good-quality advice."