Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional)
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 4
Contact number
+1 212 506 5000Chambers Review
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP adeptly handles a variety of transactions for clients in the power industry, including the purchase and sale of assets as well as joint ventures and other agreements. Noted for developing transactional capabilities in the natural gas and LNG space. Offers further expertise in regulatory authorization and other proceedings before FERC and the DOE in regulatory proceedings connected with the siting and construction of LNG production, liquefaction and export facilities.
Work Highlights
- Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP advised Enlight Renewable Energy on the negotiation of its definitive agreement to acquire Clēnera, a US solar and storage developer, for USD433 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Orrick always has an expert in every area."
"Orrick lawyers are extremely professional, knowledgeable and able to work through complex issues easily."
"The team has great knowledge of FERC regulatory matters."
"Orrick always has an expert in every area."
"Orrick lawyers are extremely professional, knowledgeable and able to work through complex issues easily."
"The team has great knowledge of FERC regulatory matters."
Notable Practitioners
Lisa Tonery comes highly recommended for her considerable expertise in representing major clients in high-value LNG proceedings before FERC and the DOE, particularly in seeking authorization for the construction and operation of liquefaction and export terminals.
Adam Wenner assists developers and power companies with the regulatory aspects of transactions and project development across the traditional power and renewables sectors.
"Adam is a very capable and strong attorney who has good skills in advocacy and strategy."
Cory Lankford assists with regulatory issues and approvals in the context of M&A, project development and investments.
"Cory is always available, even on very short notice and is very knowledgeable on FERC matters."
"Cory provides swift and precise advice."
Joe Roger is active in the oil and gas space, where he is particularly noted for his upstream sector work. He is adept in acquisitions, divestures and various other transactions.
"He provides extremely practical advice and takes the time to get to know his client's business and team."
Jonathan Ayre is noted for his work handling acquisitions, asset securitizations, financings and restructuring transactions on behalf of oil and gas sector clients.