LAWYER PROFILE

David Clinch

Asia-Pacific 2026

Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Energy & Natural Resources: International

Singapore

11 years ranked

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas

Singapore

10 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

David Clinch is a Partner based in Singapore and advises clients on energy, infrastructure and natural resources transactions and projects around the world. His practice covers M&A, joint ventures, project development, and project finance within the oil and gas (including LNG), power, other infrastructure, chemical/petrochemical and mining sectors.

David has advised on M&A, joint ventures, projects, and other transactions in more than 20 countries across Asia, Africa, Australasia, the Middle East, the former Soviet Union, South America and the United Kingdom, as well as on restructurings in Asia.

Career

Christ's College, University of Cambridge

M.A. Cantab (Law)

Personal

https://www.pinsentmasons.com/people/david-clinch

Chambers Review

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Chambers Asia & Pacific

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - Singapore

Band 1

Individual Editorial

David Clinch is sought after for his knowledge on international oil and gas deals. He also demonstrates expertise in the renewables sector.

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Energy & Natural Resources: International - Singapore

Band 1

Individual Editorial

David Clinch is sought after for his knowledge on international oil and gas deals. He also demonstrates expertise in the renewables sector.

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Strengths

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David brings a strong grasp of our commercial objectives, paired with clear and practical legal insight. What stands out most is his ability to make complex issues feel manageable.
Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Asia & Pacific
David is an extremely well-prepared professional who is able to combine specialised knowledge on different fields with a practical approach.
Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Asia & Pacific