Projects: PPP - USA
What the team is known for
Ashurst is well regarded in the PPP arena where the team is active on transportation, infrastructure and service-based contracts. The team frequently represents sponsors and bidders but is also capable in the debtor and underwriter counsel roles. It has a very strong public side representation including for government authorities and cities while also boasting top-draw private developer clients. The firm is also noted for handling social infrastructure PPPs.
Strengths
"Ashurst's breadth and depth of experience inspires confidence that they can navigate the most nuanced, complex and never-seen-before problems and provide practical and workable solutions. The team have their ear firmly to the ground, and are keenly aware of market precedent and direction."
Work highlights
Ashurst advised Austin Transit Partnership on Project Connect, a transit expansion plan including two new light rail lines and an expanded bus system in Austin.
Notable practitioners
Andrew Smith represents funders, procuring authorities and sponsors on a range of PPP-funded infrastructure projects. "Andrew has a deep understanding of how P3 transactions work and is very solutions-oriented."
Betty Cerini's broad experience includes advising on both the development and financing of an array of PPP projects. She is notable for her expertise in social infrastructure projects. "Betty is very good at providing creative solutions to problems." "She's a very skilled lawyer."
Anna Hermelin frequently represents public sector clients in the project financing of transport and social infrastructure projects. "Anna hasincredible expertise in how to consider risks and understand contracts." "Anna is always able to lend her unique perspective to help clients figure out their needs and achieve the desired outcomes." "Anna is an exceptional legal talent. She's extremely knowledgeable and manages to combine being a fierce advocate with also being a natural diplomat. I would want her on my side in any negotiation."
Matthew Rickards expertly represents his clients in PPP financings including toll roads, express lanes and broadband infrastructure. "Matthew's attention to detail is unbelievable - when it comes to complicated agreements he has it all in his head and at his fingertips."
