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What the Team is Known For

Vinson & Elkins LLP is a leading firm in the offshore energy space, offering clients a full-service practice and near unparalleled depth of experience in the energy sector, particularly on the oil and gas side. The firm excels in work at the confluence of maritime and energy work, with considerable abilities in admiralty litigation. Vinson & Elkins' attorneys are notable for their work pertaining to FPSO, FLNG and other offshore facilities as well as taking on supply vessel and offshore wind-related matters.

Work Highlights

  • Vinson & Elkins advised Global Infrastructure Partners in its $1.1 billion acquisition of a 50% interest in the South Fork and Revolution Offshore Wind Projects from Eversource Energy, including the negotiation of the joint venture arrangements with Orsted for the construction and operation of the projects, and the acquisition and construction financing in connection with GIP’s ownership in the projects.

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The team is incredibly responsive.

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John J. Michael
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John J. Michael
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John Michael is a name synonymous with offshore energy. He practices at the intersection of maritime and energy work, counseling clients on a broad array of transactions and disputes. He regularly advises on complex terminaling and oilfield services matters as well as contracting work for offshore production assets. He is particularly notable for his considerable admiralty expertise, frequently appearing before the US Coast Guard and other agencies.

He is who you want early in the process to help identify structural risks.

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