Based in Houston, Vinson & Elkins LLP’s construction practice acts for chemical and energy companies in various joint ventures, in addition to advising on all aspects of project financing. Kaam Sahely leads the team and acts for investors, developers and other participants in high-profile infrastructure and energy investments and projects. With expertise in project developments in Latin America, Alan Alexander is handling a series of arbitrations for the Panama Canal Authority following significant technical construction disputes, while Stephanie Coco assists a renewable energy gas producer in a joint venture, developing 39 landfill gas to RNG projects. Vestita Zumot is another key contact in the group.
Testimonials
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- 'The practice group has significant depth and experience in the construction industry.'
Key clients
- Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC
- Archaea Energy Inc.
- Macquarie Capital (USA) Inc.
- ioneer Ltd.
- Monolith Materials, Inc.
- Tallgrass Energy Partners, LP
- OCI Clean Ammonia LLC
- Long Ridge Terminal LLC
- Buckeye Partners, L.P.
- Basrah Oil Company
- Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC
- Freepoint Commodities LLC
- New Fortress Energy
- 8 Rivers Capital, LLC
- Panama Canal Authority (ACP)
- KBR, Inc.
- Woodside Energy Group Ltd.
- Goldman Sachs
- Blackstone Credit
- Fortress Investment Group
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kaam Sahely