A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman stands at the forefront of energy-sector legal expertise with ‘a level of excellence beyond the industry’, and a robust portfolio that includes cross-border energy projects and projects in emerging markets through the Belt and Road initiative. The firm supports Chinese state-owned enterprises as they expand internationally, particularly into the realm of renewable energy. The team is under the co-leadership of Yvonne Ho and Ling Li. Ho has a track record of advising leading Chinese banks and corporations on prominent projects such as LNG and power plants, as well as advising on energy financing transactions for banks. Li offers her expertise on outbound and international energy transactions involving Chinese interests, ranging from oil and gas to renewables and mining sectors. Matthew Bisley aids lenders and sponsors in the development of energy and renewables projects, and Benjamin Crawford is known for his work on corporate transactions in the energy sector, especially involving Chinese companies’ expansions into Latin America and beyond. Lucia He offers expertise on both buy-side and sell-side transactions in Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific.
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Testimonials
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‘The legal services provided by the team in the field of engineering and energy have demonstrated a level of excellence beyond the industry.’
‘Ling Li has very rich business experience in the energy industry and excellent negotiation skills. Yvonne Ho has strong professional qualities, efficient feedback and excellent communication and collaboration skills.’
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Key clients
- Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
- China Huaneng Group
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Work highlights
- Advised State Grid Corporation of China in relation to the sale of its 19.9 percent interest in AusNet.
- Acted for Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in connection a dual-currency sustainability linked term loan facility for China Gas Capital Management Limited, which is guaranteed by China Gas Holdings Limited.
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