Banking & Finance: International
Global Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 2
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A&O Shearman has a proven track record in credit facilities and in syndicated and mezzanine loans. The team is very experienced in handling multi-jurisdictional financings, often coordinating with colleagues in other offices in the region. The firm is also well known for advising on shipping finance matters, particularly those involving FLNG vessels. The firm's lawyers act for both borrowers and lenders, and have additional expertise representing sponsors of energy projects. Key clients include Japan Bank for International Cooperation, Japan International Cooperation Agency and Asian Development Bank. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm advised JICA on the project financing for the construction and operation by Shamol Zarafshan Energy Foreign Enterprise of a 500 MW wind farm project in Uzbekistan.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They always simplify the matters we have with our client and find solutions. It helps us a lot."
"Compared to other legal firms, it is the best balance between cost and quality."
"They always simplify the matters we have with our client and find solutions. It helps us a lot."
"Compared to other legal firms, it is the best balance between cost and quality."
Notable Practitioners
Scott Neilson is highly praised for his project finance expertise, with a track record in financing arrangements for LNG and floating LNG infrastructure projects.
Matthias Voss is a notable project finance practitioner. He is frequently mandated to advise on renewable energy financing, including hydrogen infrastructure and offshore wind power projects.
Ranked Lawyers at
A&O Shearman
Japan