DLA Piper’s energy and natural resources practice is widely acclaimed for its ‘extensive experience’ handling cross border and multi-jurisdictional project finance, development, M&A and disputes in the oil, power and mining spaces. The group is co-led by Russell Wilkinson, who leverages his expertise in the development, purchase and sale of LNG and gas assets and Carolyn Dong, who acts for overseas investors on acquisition financings, project development and joint ventures in the energy and infrastructure spheres. Dong splitting her time between Hong Kong and Beijing. Trinh Hoang is well-versed in handling financings, debt restructurings and corporate loans for private credit funds, investment banks and corporate borrowers. Matthias Schemuth relocated to Singapore.
Testimonials
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‘The team has extensive experience in projects and energy, has been providing legal services in this field for a long time, communicates smoothly with clients, and understands their perspectives and concerns.'
‘Their 'total' understanding of a project deal - whether an LNG terminal deal, or a power plant. Their industry insights and comprehension (including of technical issues and how those are most aptly legally addressed) is second to none. ’
Key clients
- Shenhua Guohua Lion Power Indonesia (SGLPI)
- Natixis Investment Managers International Hong Kong Limited, Sunlife Insurance and Fubon Bank
Work highlights
- Advised SGLPI on all aspects of the tendering, development, financing, construction, management and operation of a US$800 million-plus, 2x300MW Sumsel-1 power project, on a BOO basis.
- Advised ADB in relation to its Rong Chang Hog Breeding Phase II Project financing, construction and operation.