Energy & Natural Resources - Australia
What the team is known for
Clayton Utz's specialised and well-resourced practice advises multinational and prominent domestic clients on a range of matters associated with their energy and resources requirements, addressing regulatory, contentious and project development issues in tandem with an admired transactional support capability. The firm offers comprehensive coverage of all Australian jurisdictions and is particularly valued by clients across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. Its key clients include Squadron Energy, Macquarie Capital and Australia Pacific LNG.
Strengths
"Clayton Utz is able to draw on a depth of knowledge and expertise across a talented multidisciplinary national practice."
"The level of service and responsiveness for all workstreams has been outstanding."
Work highlights
Clayton Utz advised Senex Energy on its AUD5 billion gas project in Queensland, which included providing guidance on the invitation for tenders, expressions of interest for bidders and the subsequent offer documents and gas sales agreements.
Notable practitioners
Emma Covacevich is based in Brisbane and enjoys a high reputation in the market for her extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. She advises across a comprehensive range of issues, including M&A transactions, gas transportation and sale agreements, the development and operation of projects, and a variety of regulatory, exploration and licensing questions. "Emma consistently applies her experience to complex matters in order to achieve our goal." "She is very commercial and pragmatic."
Stuart MacGregor is based in Brisbane and regularly advises international mining clients on their operations within Australia as well as joint ventures and mining infrastructure developments. "Stuart is a first-rate partner with deep technical expertise who is highly skilled at advising on complex and material matters."
Brett Cohen is well regarded in the market for advising large mining companies on both commercial and project development issues, including acquisitions, divestments, tenure approvals for mining operations and other regulatory matters. He is based in Perth. "Brett is extremely knowledgeable and personable, a rare combination."
