Frequently instructed by global energy conglomerates, international funds, and multinational tech giants, Pinsent Masons LLP excels in the energy sector, particularly oil and gas mandates, where the team handles substantial acquisitions, disposals, investments and joint ventures, often spanning multiple jurisdictions. Real estate and financial services work is another key facet of the group’s recent activity, as well as initial seed capital and angel investing-related mandates. Barry McCaig, who chairs the practice, is consistently sought out by private equity houses and target companies for his expertise in investor and investee-side transactions. Rosalie Chadwick’s practice is concentrated on the oil and gas sector, where she oversees complex, multifaceted M&A deals, as well as capital markets work; and the ‘forensic’ Alan Diamond is praised for his approach to the full gamut of corporate mandates. Kevin Devanny is well positioned to act on M&A and PE deals in the infrastructure and real estate sectors, and Graeme Stapleton focuses on the technology and energy sectors. Heather Hutcheon and Jennifer White also come recommended.
Testimonials
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‘Kevin Devanny - always a pleasure to work with - he provides a level of service which is second to none.’
‘A highly capable practice with a strong client focus, and a pragmatic and collaborative approach where possible.’
Key clients
- Suncor Energy UK Holdings Limited
- Prax Exploration & Production plc
Work highlights
- Advised the Prax Group in respect of the offer by Prax Exploration & Production plc to acquire the entire issued share capital of AIM listed exploration and production company, Hurricane Energy plc.
- Advised Zenobe Energy Limited on the £600m investment by New York based buyout firm KKR into Zenobe together with a further £270m investment from existing shareholder Infracapital.