CMS is instructed by state-owned oil and gas entities and US and European supermajors on an assortment of transactional, development and disputes work. The team is highly regarded as ‘technically strong with a great understanding of commercial issues’, and as such is frequently sought out for associated project issues such as the implementation of energy transition strategies to reduce carbon production. The team is also equipped to provide advice on regulatory and environmental concerns. John Geddes helms the practice and is lauded for his industry knowledge, which he leverages when acting on major oil and gas M&A deals. Legal director Emma Nierinck is recognised for her disputes work, often working alongside senior associate Alexandra Scott. Senior associate Blair Jones is a proficient cross-border advisor.
Testimonials
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‘Excellent Oil and Gas practice. International and regional credentials. Very reliable and they know their stuff. Safe hands to work with on complex transactions and disputes.’
‘The team (John Geddes, Blair Jones, Alexandra Scott) possesses great legal skills and industry knowledge, which together with experience in the MENA region and in Iraq gives clients confidence that opinion is well balanced and suits the business needs. The team is able to give practical recommendations, rather than just theoretical opinion.’
‘John Geddes is a rising star. Highly recommended.’
- ‘Market leaders in their practice.’
- ‘John Geddes is extremely responsive and knowledgeable.’
‘Technically strong with great understanding of commercial issues. Team has great depth and is extremely responsive. ’
‘John Geddes is very supportive and cooperative even in sensitive matters related to payment and billing. The answers are timely and accurate. He is also monitoring the industry latest developments and can give valuable information related to business.’
Key clients
- Dana Gas
- Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA)
- Schlumberger
- OMV
- Eni
- BP
- Dragon Oil
- Shell
- Nabors Drilling International Limited
- Petroleum Development Oman
- INA - Industrija nafte d.d.
- MOL
- Honeywell
- Cansco Group
- KCA Deutag Drilling Gmbh
- Daleel Petroleum LLC
- Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company SAOC
Work highlights
- Advised INA (the Croatian national oil company) on the disposal of its operated interest in the East Yidma oil and gas Concession Agreement in Egypt and its non-operated interests in Blocks 3/05 and 3/05A in Angola.
- Advising an IOC on the issues arising from the shutdown of the Iraq Turkey Pipeline.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Geddes