James Duckworth
Squire Patton BoggsSteered by James Duckworth, whose transnational practice is split between Leeds and Dubai, Squire Patton Boggs‘ international reach is especially evident in its handling of major energy projects in the Middle East and America. Planning specialist Gemma Newell – ’a standout in the field of utilities’ – frequently leverages her expertise to assist with matters that fall at the intersection between energy work and planning, such as compulsory purchase matters under the Electricity Act 1989. David Myers is similarly well-placed to assist with matters that combine elements of energy and planning work.
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‘This team are the go-to team for utilities work. They are organised, efficient and incredibly knowledgeable.’
‘Gemma Newell is a standout in the field of utilities and has a wealth of experience in obtaining necessary wayleaves on behalf of electricity distribution network operators. She is incredibly commercial and can clearly identify the best course of action for her clients.’
Key clients
- Muse Developments Limited
- Leeds City Region Revolving Investment Fund LLP
- Catalyst Capital
- FORE
- EESL Energy Solutions LLC
- Capital and Centric
- Zenith
- SP Manweb
- Triton Power
- UK Power Networks
- Northern Gas Networks
- Northern Power Grid
- Black Mountain Renewables
- National Grid Electricity Distribution
- Electricity North West
Work highlights
- Acting for a major industrial client on a project for the development of a natural gas distribution network in Saudi Arabia.
- Acting for the Government of Saudi Arabia, jointly with one of the “Big Four” consultants, on a PPP project for the privatisation of a major government service.
- Advising on over 40 necessary wayleave and compulsory purchase matters under the Electricity Act 1989 throughout 2023.
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