Energy & Natural Resources: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 2
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Provided by Freshfields
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer's Singapore-based legal practice is known for its handling of big-ticket M&A for international oil and gas players, with expertise spanning upstream and midstream assets. The firm is active on matters across the region, including the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam. The department maintains a varied portfolio of clients including national oil companies and government entities. The team is also noted for its in-depth expertise in production sharing contracts and power sector mandates, with additional know-how in mining and energy transition matters. The practice is skilled at advising on energy regulatory and compliance matters. Notable clientele of the firm include Repsol, ConocoPhillips and Udenna.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer advised Udenna on its proposed acquisition of Shell's 45% operated participating interest in Service Contract 38 in the Philippines.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Freshfields is highly competent, commercial and pragmatic."
"The team demonstrates a high level of commercial awareness."
"They are extremely responsive; I have been very impressed by their service levels."
"They have a deep understanding of the energy industry and its precedents."
"They work cohesively across the junior to senior resources on the team."
"Freshfields is highly competent, commercial and pragmatic."
"The team demonstrates a high level of commercial awareness."
"They are extremely responsive; I have been very impressed by their service levels."
"They have a deep understanding of the energy industry and its precedents."
"They work cohesively across the junior to senior resources on the team."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Morgan is well regarded in Singapore's market and is regularly involved in impressive transactions for major oil and gas companies.
"Philip's level of client service is brilliant and he consistently offers astute, pragmatic and commercially aware legal advice."
"Philip is excellent and possesses in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the energy value chain."
"He's very commercial and able to work with both sides to get a deal done, which I really appreciate."
"He's commercial, pragmatic and a top energy lawyer in the region."