White & Case LLP

Client Satisfaction

Jointly led by Michael Watson and Philip Stopford, the oil and gas team at White & Case LLP is highly sought after for its wide practice which encompasses the breadth of M&A, project finance and disputes, in addition to energy transition mandates. David Baker is noted for his adept handling of high-profile construction cases, development work and M&A, with a particular focus on LNG projects, Jason Kerr deals with international project finance matters and the ‘exceptionally talented’ Mukund Dhar, who is backed by an excellent track record in international oil and gas transactions, ’goes above and beyond for clients’.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'Mukund Dhar is exceptionally talented and goes above and beyond for clients.'
'The team is responsive and dedicated. They take a holistic view of the transaction, with the aim of concluding within a quick timeframe while looking out for the interests of its client.'
'If you want the best, this team is the best.'
'Deep expertise and strategic approach. The team is highly collaborative and engages closely with clients, tailoring advice to meet specific needs. It is responsive, approachable, and consistently deliver high-quality work.'
'David Baker's ability to think outside the box and his deep knowledge of the sector make him stand out amongst competitors, making him an invaluable partner in the oil and gas industry.'
'Superior in every dimension.'
'The team always endeavours to do the best for clients.'

Key clients

Eni
Etu Energías
QatarEnergy
SOCAR
Blackrose Investco Ltd
UTM FLNG
Venator
Nostrum
Helios Investment Partners
TotalEnergies

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