What we say about the firm's legal practice in Hong Kong
Corporate (including M&A)
Within Corporate (including M&A), tier 5
Leading the way in energy and infrastructure, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP has an unrivalled reputation for upstream oil and gas work. It now represents a series of Chinese SOEs on major outbound deals across the world. Jeffrey Blount is the lead partner.
Dispute resolution International arbitration
Within Dispute resolution International arbitration, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP is a second tier firm,
Fulbright & Jaworski LLP’s energy and power sector expertise is used to great effect in Hong Kong, with solicitor advocate and former barrister Richard Hill being one of the most recognised arbitration specialists in town. Hill also acts as arbitrator on occasion and outside the firm’s natural energy environment has appeared in a number of transport-related cases. Counsel Jia Fei is also a key member of the team.
Projects and energy
Within Projects and energy, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP is a third tier firm,
Fulbright & Jaworski LLP’s focus lies in energy and natural resources, and the firm is noted for experience in oil and gas and LNG projects, as well as assisting in related M&A work and project development. Stefan Ricketts advises on energy-related matters in Asia, and the ‘very good’ Jeffrey Blount handles projects for Chinese clients and has infrastructure experience. Ricketts is advising Korea Gas Corporation on investments in Iraq within the oil and gas sector, and continues to assist Senoko Energy and others on the development of the Singapore LNG terminal. The team also acts for several Chinese NOCs. Ben McQuhae left to join Jones Day in November 2010.