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Ben Shorten
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Lawyers profile | Global 2026: Projects: Mainly International, Projects & Energy, Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
Ben Shorten
Ranked in 3 Practice Areas
3

Band 3

Projects: Mainly International

UK

2 Years Ranked

Expertise Based Abroad

Projects & Energy

Saudi Arabia

1 Years Ranked

Expertise Based Abroad

Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Vietnam

11 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides
UK 2026
Asia-Pacific 2026

About

Provided by Ben Shorten

Global

Practice Areas

Ben’s practice is focused on the development and financing of complex, large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on energy transformation, conventional power and water, and oil and gas projects. He regularly advises both sponsors and lenders on innovative, “first-in-kind” projects. He acts for major corporate clients, funds, and financial institutions with a particular focus on EMEA and Asia.

Career

College of Law, London: Diploma in Law, Diploma in Legal Practice, CPE/LPC

Downing College - University of Cambridge: M.A.

Admissions: England and Wales

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Projects & Energy - Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia, expertise based abroad in UK
Individual Editorial

Ben Shorten is a highly experienced projects partner, based in London. Sources highlight his regular involvement in Saudi matters, with frequent roles acting for lenders as well as sponsors. His Saudi work typically relates to the development of power plants and industrial facilities.

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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Vietnam

Vietnam, expertise based abroad in UK
Individual Editorial

Ben Shorten is a partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP's London office. He continues to be active in representing banks, ECAs and sponsors on high-value power projects.

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Projects: Mainly International - UK

3
Band 3
Individual Editorial

Ben Shorten of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher is recognised for his expertise in the financing and development of large energy and infrastructure projects. He is noted for his focus on energy transition and oil and gas.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Ben Shorten is an experienced lawyer who brings in value-add from his petrochemicals background. When he steps in he brings a commercial angle to negotiations to ensure timely closure.

Projects & Energy respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Ben is very good with clients and on difficult matters.

Projects: Mainly International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Ben is a seasoned practitioner who is able to grapple with the most complex issues.

Projects: Mainly International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Ben is extremely service-oriented and commercially aware.

Projects: Mainly International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

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