Chad Passlow
Baker Botts L.L.P.Baker Botts L.L.P. is well-placed to advise on project bidding, frequently representing lenders within bidding consortia. The firm also has specialist expertise in a number of project types, including utilities, district cooling and waste-to-energy developments. Shane Wilson, who joined the firm in June 2023 from Squire Patton Boggs, spearheads the practice and has a broad practice that includes sponsors, lenders and government entities. Global head of construction Stuart Jordan relocated to Dubai from London in August 2024 and brings further projects capabilities to the fore. Chad Passlow leverages previous in-house experience at ADNOC to adeptly advise on oil and gas and energy transition projects.
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Testimonials
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‘I have dealt with Shane Wilson over many years and he is an outstanding project finance lawyer. He is collaborative and focused on reaching sensible commercial solutions to complex structural and legal issues. A lawyer I am always delighted to have on the other side of the deal.’
‘As above. Shane is outstanding.’
‘Strong team. They really work collaboratively to get the deal done. They have established a very strong practice in the region’
‘Shane Wilson and Chad Passlow are experienced and commercially savvy practitioners. Very solution orientated approach.’
‘Baker Botts stands out in the projects and infrastructure space for its ability to tackle complex projects with both legal expertise and practical business insights. The team is great at navigating regulations while keeping projects efficient and on track. Team is staffed appropriately for matters, with partner engagement really high.’
‘Shane Wilson has an exceptional grasp of the technical aspects of infrastructure projects, which sets him apart from other lawyers we have worked with. He doesn’t just advise on the law—he speaks the language of engineers and project managers, which makes all the difference.
‘Baker Botts has an excellent team capable to resolve all legal aspects of project contracts and they are well versed with the UAE law and legislations applicable for PPP projects ’
‘Shane Wilson is humble, experienced Legal Advisor with thorough knowledge of projects understanding and client requirements. ’
Key clients
- Marubeni Corporation
- Hitachi Zosen Inova
- Sumitomo Corporation
- GS Inima
- Marafiq
- Civil Works Company
- AlKhoroyaf
- Qatarcool
- Ajlan
- Blue Phoenix
- Yonden
- KIND
- KOSPO
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Leading associates
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Practice head
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Shane Wilson