Offshore Energy
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+1 713 758 2222Chambers Review
Vinson & Elkins LLP is a leading firm in the offshore energy space, offering clients a full-service practice and near unparalleled depth of experience in the energy sector, particularly on the oil and gas side. The firm excels in work at the confluence of maritime and energy work, with considerable abilities in admiralty litigation. Vinson & Elkins' attorneys are notable for their work pertaining to FPSO, FLNG and other offshore facilities as well as taking on supply vessel and offshore wind-related matters.
Work Highlights
- Vinson & Elkins represented Enterprise Products Partners in matters relating to the development of a crude oil export terminal to be located offshore of the USA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Vinson & Elkins is a full-service law firm with expertise in the energy space from production to finished product. The firm's partner quality is top notch and it has smart associate talent in the ranks."
"Vinson & Elkins are the best at keeping their focus on the ultimate business goal and delivering quality results on time."
"The Vinson & Elkins team is able to accommodate multiple large transactions simultaneously. The team is incredibly timely and responsive."
"Vinson & Elkins is a full-service law firm with expertise in the energy space from production to finished product. The firm's partner quality is top notch and it has smart associate talent in the ranks."
"Vinson & Elkins are the best at keeping their focus on the ultimate business goal and delivering quality results on time."
"The Vinson & Elkins team is able to accommodate multiple large transactions simultaneously. The team is incredibly timely and responsive."
Notable Practitioners
John Michael is a name synonymous with offshore energy. He practices at the intersection of maritime and energy work, counseling clients on a broad array of transactions and disputes. He regularly advises on complex terminaling and oilfield services matters as well as contracting work for offshore production assets. He is particularly notable for his considerable admiralty expertise, frequently appearing before the US Coast Guard and other agencies.
"John Michael is our number one choice for energy commercial transactions. He is a superb, careful and accomplished attorney on many levels."
"John Michael has a versatile practice and he is practical and commercial in his thought process."
"John Michael is able to handle a wide variety of projects with a deep knowledge and skill set that enables deals to get done promptly and with an exceptional degree of quality."