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John H McClenahan

John H McClenahan

Asia-Pacific 2026

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Asia-Pacific

Practice Areas

John McClenahan specializes in development and financing of infrastructure and energy projects. Managing Partner of the Tokyo office and a partner in the Global Transactions and Finance practice, John works with clients on all aspects of project development, financing, and mergers and acquisitions around the world. With project experience across Asia, South America, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, he advises ECA and commercial lenders, sponsors, project companies and contractors on all aspects of infrastructure and energy projects, from bidding through financial close.

McClenahan has particular experience with power, floating production storage and offloading, gas and liquefied natural gas, and regasification projects. He also advises clients on acquisition finance, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures.

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Projects & Energy: International - Japan

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

John McClenahan has an impressive history as a prominent project finance lawyer in the Japanese market, advising a range of lenders and borrowers. He acts on a wide range of mandates, including LNG and coal projects.

Strengths

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  • Even in difficult cases, John calmly deals with them and proposes the best solution. In addition, he understands the client's business objectives and provides strategic legal advice.

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