Mr Ben Shorten > Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Energy majors, state-owned enterprises, independents and private equity houses turn to Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher for its advice on corporate transactions and energy transition matters, in addition to disputes. It is also a trusted adviser to oil and gas clients exiting the UK North Sea for its adept handling of decommissioning liability issues, end of life assets and clean break transactions. Anna Howell leads the group, with demonstrable experience in cross-border transactions, and is supported by Mitasha Chandok, whose wide practice encompasses M&A, project development, financing and ESG mandates. New additions to the team include Ben Shorten and Trinh Chubbock, both formerly of Shearman & Sterling LLP.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher‘s energy practice handles a host of complex transactions, projects, and disputes in both the conventional and nuclear power sectors. The team is led by Anna Howell, whose practice spans cross-border M&A, project development and financing, joint ventures, and restructurings. In July 2023, energy specialists Ben Shorten and Trinh Chubbock joined the team from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling LLP, bringing new expertise in the development and financing of large-scale energy projects. Other key contacts include Alice Brogi, who focuses on private equity M&A, and Federico Fruhbeck, who specialises in cross-border M&A transactions across Europe and Latin America.

In the renewable energy space, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher advises on numerous large-scale transactions and disputes concerning a range of assets, including wind and solar power, green hydrogen, and battery energy storage. The team is led by Anna Howell, whose experience encompasses cross-border M&A and project development and financing, areas in which Federico Fruhbeck is also well-versed. Alice Brogi is a key contact for domestic and cross-border acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures. Ben Shorten focuses on energy transition, while Trinh Chubbock is noted for her expertise in renewable energy. Both Shorten and Chubbock joined the team in July 2023 from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling LLP.