Projects: Renewables & Alternative Energy
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Sidley Austin LLP has a growing presence in the development, financing, acquisition and sale of energy infrastructure, both domestically and internationally. It represents sponsors and lenders across the LNG value chain in the development of a wide range of facilities. The firm has a growing presence in the renewables space particularly concerning the A&D of solar and wind single assets and portfolios.
Work Highlights
- Sidley Austin LLP represented Invenergy in a definitive agreement with Blackstone Infrastructure Partners and Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec in connection with an approximately USD3 billion equity investment into Invenergy.
Notable Practitioners
Tara Higgins has an impressive breadth of expertise across the renewables sector, where she offers expert representation in the development and financing of single projects and portfolios. She also advises on the acquisition and sale of both assets and project companies.
"Tara has a wealth of knowledge."
Irving Rotter has expertise spanning conventional and renewable energy A&D. He frequently assists both buyers and sellers with transactions ranging from stakes in single projects to whole portfolio investments.
"Irving is an exceptionally smart and very skilled lawyer."
"He is fantastic and works tirelessly on behalf of his clients."
Andrea Wang Lucan is noted for her work in the acquisition and sale of project companies and renewable generation assets.
"Andrea is a great lawyer, a pleasure to work with and super knowledgeable."
Brian Bradshaw is recognized for advising clients on project finance and development across the conventional power, renewables and LNG sectors.
"Brian is super knowledgeable in a lot of different areas of energy including LNG. He is a great resource for project finance questions."
Noreen Phelan represents a strong choice for private equity and other investors engaged in single project, portfolio or project company A&D.
"Noreen is very commercial and keeps the larger transaction in mind."
Jessica Adkins' clients benefit from her expert handling of both traditional power and renewable project financings.
"Jessica is a terrific lawyer and technician."
"In the energy market there are a lot of technical aspects, and Jessica has a great handle on it all."
Robert Stephens has particular expertise in tailored project financing structures in the conventional and renewable power sectors, including secured wind hedges and revenue put hedges.
"Robert is brilliant, thoughtful and covers all the issues."
Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP
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