The team at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP attracts a high calibre clientele of infrastructure, construction and energy players, as well as financial entities and government bodies for its adept handling of the gamut of matters in the oil and gas, mining, power, water and waste, nuclear and public infrastructure sectors. The group is jointy led by Calvin Ho, Beijing-based Monica Sun and Hilary Lau with Ho advising on cross-border acquisitions, developments, financings and construction contracts, particularly in the energy, infrastructure and shipping spaces, and Sun advising on navigating the regulatory landscape surrounding cross-border infrastructure and energy projects; and Lau is best known for his corporate and commercial work in the energy sector. Yida Xu is also recommended.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Extensive experience in the energy sector.’
‘Yida Xu is quick to respond, has extensive industry experience, and is able to provide accurate analysis and valuable suggestions.’
Key clients
- V.Ships Asia Group Pte Ltd
- FAS Energy For Trading Company
Work highlights
- Advised FAS Energy, a Saudi Arabian solar giant, on forming a joint venture with PCG Power to develop rooftop solar projects in China, valued at USD 138 million.
- Advised Ravenala Investment, a fund backed by Chinese government, on its USD 200 million financing of the 300MW Amaria Hydro Power Plant in Guinea.