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Chris Heasley

Chris Heasley

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Chris Heasley represents clients in the development, acquisition, and divestiture of energy, infrastructure, and technology-related projects and assets.

Chris brings extensive experience guiding energy providers, corporates, and private equity sponsors through a full spectrum of high-stakes strategic transactions, particularly in the upstream, midstream, downstream, and renewables sectors. He regularly advises clients on complex commercial matters involving:

- Mergers and acquisitions

- Joint ventures

- Tax equity financing

- DrillCo arrangements

- Farmout and participation agreements

- Transportation, supply, offtake, and gathering agreements

A recognized thought leader, Chris writes and speaks regularly on developments in US and international energy markets, including for SuperReturn, the Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law, the Energy Bar Association, the Houston Bar Association, and the Texas CLE.

Before joining Latham, he co-led the real asset transactions practice of another global law firm.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional) - USA - Nationwide

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial
Chris Heasley demonstrates significant capabilities in the oil and gas space. He often assists in the purchase and acquisition of upstream and midstream interests, alongside handling joint venture transactions.

Strengths

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  • Chris was fantastic and his approach was thoughtful.

    Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional)Chambers Guide to the USA

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