Energy & Natural Resources: International
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 2
Contact number
+65.6407.1078Chambers Review
Baker Botts fields a strong bench of prominent energy lawyers, combining the firm's global sectoral strength with a strong Singapore-based team. The practice is particularly adept at handling LNG matters, as well as advising on energy transition issues. The team has strong multi-jurisdictional expertise and is especially knowledgeable in the Indonesian market. The lawyers represent major international clients, including government-linked companies in South-East Asia. Clients represented by the department include Kinara Power, ResourceCo and Carbon Transition Pathways.
Baker Botts has particularly strong expertise in work involving Indonesia, often advising leading local clients. The team is especially well versed in the LNG space in Indonesia. Daniel Reinbott is a key contact.
Work Highlights
- Baker Botts advised Kinara Power on all aspects of a AUD4 billion 600,000 tonnes per annum green ammonia plant in Western Australia.
Strengths
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"Baker Botts has recruited very high-calibre individuals with a wealth of experience across a broad range of energy transactions."
"I'm quite satisfied with their service, especially for their experience and expertise in the LNG industry."
"They clearly take commercial considerations into account in their proposals and their advice, and have an impressive understanding of all challenges and risks in the infrastructure space."
"The team has voluminous experience in the energy space."
"Other than being well versed in the legal aspects, they have in-depth understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of the LNG trade."
"Baker Botts has recruited very high-calibre individuals with a wealth of experience across a broad range of energy transactions."
"I'm quite satisfied with their service, especially for their experience and expertise in the LNG industry."
"They clearly take commercial considerations into account in their proposals and their advice, and have an impressive understanding of all challenges and risks in the infrastructure space."
"The team has voluminous experience in the energy space."
"Other than being well versed in the legal aspects, they have in-depth understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of the LNG trade."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Reinbott has a wealth of experience in energy transactions, ranging from acquisitions to gas sale agreements. He is well recognised by market commentators and clients as an expert in the LNG space and has particular expertise in matters concerning Indonesia.
"Our team appreciates the quality of work Daniel provides, as well as his communication style of being logical, to the point, and always being conscious of time."
"He has surpassed our expectations and I highly respect and enjoy working with him. He is so commercial - that's what really sets him apart."
Andrew Roche is a highly regarded lawyer in Singapore with a specialism in energy and infrastructure project development. He has notable expertise in data centre infrastructure and renewable power mandates. He often handles matters involving Indonesia.
"Andrew Roche is a top-notch lawyer who delivers creative commercial solutions under time pressure and without compromising legal quality."
Michael Harrison has significant expertise in oil and gas and mining mandates. He has strong expertise on LNG matters, including those relating to Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Richard Guit regularly advises a varied client base of financial institutions and corporates on project finance and development mandates, including in the energy and infrastructure spaces.
"I really enjoy working with Richard. He's very professional, knowledgeable and puts his clients first."
"Richard is a very commercially aware and experienced lawyer."
"He's a great operator who knows my business, and a creative legal mind with exactly the experience to solve tough problems in international, cross-border projects."
"The deal that Richard helped us with was very unique and required out-of-the-box thinking. He strikes the perfect balance of commercial and legal perspective."
"He's a pleasure to work with and brings a high level of experience to fields that are traditionally very difficult to execute."
Jessica Ham is an emerging name in the Singapore energy legal market. She provides her clientele with advice on LNG-related mandates, which are usually international in nature.
"Jessica has a very strong knowledge on LNG contracts. She also has a great personality."
"She's approachable and able to understand our concerns and address them clearly and succinctly."
"Jessica is a highly experienced energy lawyer who understands the commercial challenges of LNG infrastructure projects and is able to give practical and actionable advice."
"Jessica displays great knowledge and versatility and provides concise and timely quality advice."
"Our team rely on Jessica's professional advice based on her wide experience with international LNG upstream contracts. Her outstanding communication skills and commitment allow us to keep a positive mind when working together to find the best solution."
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