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John H McClenahan

John H McClenahan

Global 2026

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Practice Areas

John McClenahan specializes in development and financing of infrastructure and energy projects. Partner in the firm's Corporate practice, John works with clients on all aspects of project development, financing, and mergers and acquisitions around the world. He is active in the area of hydrogen and ammonia projects, advising banks as well as sponsors on the development and financing of clean energy projects.

John is the firm's Managing Partner, North Asia, with responsibility for the Japan and Korea practices.

With project experience across Asia, South America, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, Mr. McClenahan advises ECA and commercial lenders, sponsors, project companies and contractors on all aspects of infrastructure and energy projects, from bidding through financial close.

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Projects & Energy: International - Japan

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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.

Projects & Energy - Japan

Foreign Expert
Foreign expert in South Korea

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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