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Matthew Buchanan

Matthew Buchanan

Asia-Pacific 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Construction: International

Singapore

4 years ranked

Projects & Infrastructure: International

Singapore

12 years ranked

About

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Asia-Pacific

Practice Areas

Matthew Buchanan specialises in the construction aspects of infrastructure projects including in the oil and gas, power and mining sectors.

Matthew acts for lenders, sponsors and contractors in relation to the full suite of construction documentation, from complex EPC turnkey arrangements through to EPCM, CM, subcontracting structures, technical services agreements and relevant security documentation.

Career

University of Queensland (Bachelor of Commerce) 1996

University of Queensland (Bachelor of Laws (Hons)) 1999

University of Queensland (Bachelor of Economics) 1999

Baker & McKenzie 2000

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice 2001

Admitted as a solicitor and barrister in New South Wales 2001

Pinsent Masons 2004

Joined Clifford Chance 2006

Partner since 2013

Chambers Review

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Chambers Asia & Pacific

Construction: International - Singapore

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Matthew Buchanan heads Clifford Chance's Asia-Pacific construction practice and has notable expertise relating to the construction aspects of international energy projects, including EPC documentation.
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Projects & Infrastructure: International - Singapore

Band 3
Individual Editorial
Matthew Buchanan is best known for his advice on the construction and development of renewable and conventional energy projects. He earns particular praise for his expertise in wind energy projects.
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Strengths

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  • He is a really outstanding individual. What I admire most is that he is always at forefront of everything.

    Construction: InternationalChambers Asia & Pacific

  • Matt is always at the forefront. He has set the standard for offshore wind development in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. He has built a lasting and commendable legacy in terms of how things are done.

    Projects & Infrastructure: InternationalChambers Asia & Pacific

Ranked Individuals at Clifford Chance (69)

Asia-Pacific Region

Australia

India

Indonesia

Japan

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