Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional)
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 3
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Chambers Review
White & Case LLP is a well-regarded electricity group, highly capable of handling complex portfolio transactions for utility, IPP and private equity investors. Noted for work in multijurisdictional M&A and distressed sales. Offers substantial knowledge of power market structures and developing market rules. Particular strength in renewable power transactions, such as those involving wind farms and solar power plants.
Work Highlights
- White & Case LLP represented Arroyo Energy Investment Partners in the USD422.5 million acquisition by its investment vehicle Inversiones Arco 4 SpA from Empresas Gasco and Abastible.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"White & Case has a strong and experienced team with a wealth of institutional knowledge."
"They are a really exceptional team, thoughtful and commercial."
"White & Case has a strong and experienced team with a wealth of institutional knowledge."
"They are a really exceptional team, thoughtful and commercial."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Shenberg frequently assists power sector clients with their commercial objectives, including advising on power plant sales and acquisitions.
"Michael is an absolute genius for power transactions."
"He has handled a broad set of transactions and is skilled at honing in on the key risks and concerns."
Mingda Zhao frequently acts for domestic and international companies as well as private equity funds in a range of corporate transactions.
"Mingda is super creative and constructive."
"He is a very intelligent and detail-oriented attorney with a strong knowledge of all aspects of A&D process and issues."
Emery Choi's capabilities cover acquisition, divestitures and private equity investments. He is adept at handling both domestic and international energy transactions.
"Emery is a knowledgeable and skilled attorney, with strong awareness of legal issues."
"He is very commercial and always gives phenomenal work product."
Carlos Viana of White & Case LLP handles complex energy matters for clients operating in Latin America. He is particularly noted for his work with financing parties on large projects.
"Carlos is one of the leading attorneys for Latin American financial matters and corporate finance matters."
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