Energy & Natural Resources
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 3
Email address
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+61 2 9225 0200Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie's compact Australian practice is backed by a global international network that is well suited to multi-jurisdictional transactions, with considerable capability across the Asia-Pacific region. The team offers especially impressive expertise in matters involving renewable energy projects in general and transactions concerning their infrastructure in particular. The practice is also noted for its enviable roster of investor and both international and domestic energy and resources corporate clients. The firm is especially active on deals in the mining and oil and gas arenas, and is further commended for its knowledge of energy contracting and regulatory matters. It counts among its clients Weston Energy, Sev.en Global Investments A.S. and Metis Energy.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie advised Metis Energy on its AUD12 million acquisition of a solar farm development project in Queensland.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Baker McKenzie consistently provides exceptional customer service and meets the short deadlines we often request."
"They always look out for the client's best position."
"Baker McKenzie consistently provides exceptional customer service and meets the short deadlines we often request."
"They always look out for the client's best position."
Notable Practitioners
Chris Saxon is based in Sydney and offers over two decades of experience advising on large-scale M&A deals, including major privatisations, within the electricity and renewables sectors.
"He is really strategic, working on high-level, long-reaching policies."
Tanya Denning is based in Brisbane and is noted for her experience advising on transactions concerning projects in the power and energy sectors, as well as their associated regulatory and compliance aspects.
"Tanya is very strong and knowledgeable."