Our reputation as market leaders in this sector is based on the firm’s industry focus where we act for some of the most innovative and successful traders, shippers and financiers in the market.
We are consistently seen as the lawyers of choice by the energy and metal trading markets. Our clients benefit from our expertise in the legal mechanics of trading, financing and resolving the disputes involved in complex commodity transactions. What differentiates us from other law firms is decades of international experience, a breadth and depth of industry knowledge and astute risk management.
We cover all the main sectors:
Oil, LNG and Gas
Over 50 years experience working with government-owned producers, leading oil traders and energy multinationals has given us a critical insight into putting together upstream deals, advising on trading issues, financing projects and shipments, assessing risks and resolving disputes. We provide a one-stop shop for our clients and recently set up a focused LNG team.
Metals
Whether it is acting for gold mining companies in Africa or copper, lead and zinc concerns in West and Eastern Europe, our metals team is well-placed to handle one of the world’s most volatile markets. We have a depth of experience at the cutting edge which enables us to help clients finance, explore or simply function to their optimum capacity in the most difficult jurisdictions in the world.
Power
The power industry faces continual change and challenge which is both environmental and demand driven. We advise clients internationally in building and operating major power station projects and securing production and distribution business.
Bio fuels and renewable energy
We have a growing practice in this area both in mature energy markets and in developing countries. As this market evolves, our experience in related markets of trade and finance means that we can help our clients stay at the forefront of latest developments.
Futures and derivatives
Our derivatives practice has grown out of our traditional strengths in the international trade market. Management of commodity price, freight, currency exchange and interest risks have become an everyday part of this sophisticated market. We have a dedicated team which advises on a wide range of products.