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Kristian Bradshaw

Kristian Bradshaw

Global 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Projects & Energy: International

Japan

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Oil, Gas and LNG; Hydrogen; Renewable Energy and Clean Power; Energy; Energy and Infrastructure

Career

Kristian Bradshaw is a project development and finance attorney with more than 17 years of experience in the Japan market. His practice, spanning both developed and emerging markets globally, focuses on energy, infrastructure, and the energy transition, with particular emphasis on LNG, hydrogen and ammonia, clean fuels, solar, wind, geothermal, carbon capture and storage, and cleantech matters. He advises clients on the development and financing of large-scale, complex, groundbreaking projects and on the acquisition and sale of energy projects and businesses.

Kristian’s previous roles include positions at a Japanese energy major and a secondment at a Japanese bank. His work frequently has a Japan nexus.

More specifically, Kristian’s practice includes the structuring, drafting, review, and negotiation of project agreements (including construction, equipment supply, product offtake, tolling services, power purchase, feedstock supply, and vessel use agreements); finance agreements (including loan, common terms, security, intercreditor, equity contribution, and sponsor support agreements); shareholder agreements and other joint venture agreements; and acquisition agreements (including share purchase and share subscription agreements).

Professional Memberships

Japan (Registered Foreign Lawyer)

England and Wales (Solicitor)

Member, Association of International Energy Negotiators

Languages Spoken

English

French

German

Japanese

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Projects & Energy: International - Japan

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Kristian Bradshaw is a partner at the firm's Tokyo office, recognised for his expertise in LNG and hydrogen and ammonia projects. His work includes supply and purchase agreements, project acquisition, financing and development, as well as export projects.

Strengths

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  • It is through his previous experience as a general counsel where he adds value that few other legal advisers can compete with.

    Projects & Energy: InternationalChambers Global Guide
  • Kristian Bradshaw is one of the best project finance lawyers I know.

    Projects & Energy: InternationalChambers Global Guide

Ranked Individuals at Mori Hamada (42)

China

Global Market Leaders

Japan

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