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.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Gibson Dunn works well as a team, as well as with the client, and provides good and practical advice taking into account the business and commercial needs of the client.’

  • ‘Anna Howell is a great attorney whose work and advice reflects the needs of the client. She is also very responsive to urgent needs of the client.'

  • 'The Gibson team is first rate in terms of practicality, responsiveness, and creativity to unpack and solve complex problems. They present a diverse team of talented individuals who are a pleasure to work with.'

  • 'Mitasha Chandok is a great attorney who works well with the team and is very responsive to the needs of the client.’

Key clients

  • Marathon Oil
  • Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) P.J.S.C.
  • ArcelorMittal
  • The Williams Companies, Inc
  • KKR
  • Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company
  • Asterion Industrial Partners
  • I Squared Capital
  • PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP)
  • Carlyle
  • Corral Morocco Holdings
  • Yukos Capital
  • Crescent Petroleum
  • Dana Gas

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Anna Howell

Other key lawyers

Mitasha Chandok, Ben Shorten, Trinh Chubbock