Projects & Energy: International
Europe Guide 2024 : France
Band 3
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Willkie Farr & Gallagher's solid team provides transactional, financing and advisory assistance in the transport, social infrastructure and energy sectors. The practice offers noteworthy expertise in local mandates as well as those involving African jurisdictions and Turkey. The law firm assists bidders with tender proceedings and also acts for sponsors on project developments. The team's clients include both private and public entities, as well as local and international financial institutions. The lawyers have an increased presence and recognition on the domestic market.
Work Highlights
- Willkie Farr & Gallagher advised Meridiam, HDF and SARA on the development of a solar power plant combined with a hydrogen chain in French Guiana.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Willkie Farr & Gallagher has a business-oriented and pragmatic approach which is very helpful."
"Willkie Farr & Gallagher is by far my favourite firm to work with. I have complete confidence in its work and advice."
"Everyone we have worked with at this firm is reliable, competent and efficient."
"Everything was perfectly handled in all aspects."
"The team is responsive and creative, with high-quality advice and a very straightforward approach, which is highly appreciated."
"Willkie Farr & Gallagher has a business-oriented and pragmatic approach which is very helpful."
"Willkie Farr & Gallagher is by far my favourite firm to work with. I have complete confidence in its work and advice."
"Everyone we have worked with at this firm is reliable, competent and efficient."
"Everything was perfectly handled in all aspects."
"The team is responsive and creative, with high-quality advice and a very straightforward approach, which is highly appreciated."
Notable Practitioners
Amir Jahanguiri maintains a reputed practice for his work in international project financing. He routinely advises clients on a variety of projects including transportation infrastructure as well as renewable energy projects. He is well versed in PPP and concession mandates and boasts particular expertise in matters relating to Turkey.
"Amir Jahanguiri is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
Antoine Bouzanquet earns a space in the rankings this year following strong market support. He stands out for his experience assisting with the development and financing of energy, telecommunications and transport infrastructure projects.
"Antoine Bouzanquet has very good expertise, is structured and at the same time is able to question his approach to propose alternative solutions."
"We very much appreciated the quality of his work and his ability to find solutions to ensure that the project we were working on was a success. We were impressed by his ability to adapt to complex situations and structures."
"Antoine Bouzanquet is a bright mind who is very persuasive, with good negotiation and drafting skills. He seeks fair and balanced deals, ensuring at all times to secure his clients' interests."
"Antoine Bouzanquet is a deal maker who effectively and pragmatically defends the interests of his clients."