Jay Cuclis > White & Case LLP > Houston, United States > Lawyer Profile

Advising a range of independents, private equity-backed operators, and national and international energy companies, White & Case LLP continues to act on complex oil and gas transactions across key global markets. The firm’s broad practice spans upstream, midstream, and downstream assets, with a growing focus on major US M&A, project development, and joint ventures. Jay Cuclis, co-head of the firm’s global energy practice, has a prolific track record advising on conventional oil and gas and energy transition transactions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Jay Cuclis is highly proficient in M&A, private equity, and joint venture mandates, combining transactional expertise with a strong understanding of commercial agreements. Steven Otillar’s diverse client roster includes energy and production companies, national and independent oil companies, and government agencies, advising on both conventional and low-carbon ventures, including onshore and offshore projects. Project finance and development specialist Clark Wohlferd is noted for handling complex, multi-jurisdictional deals, while Charlie Ofner advises on acquisitions and disposals across the entire oil and gas value chain. All individuals are based in Houston except Wohlferd who operates out of New York. Emery Choi and Mingda Zhao have left the firm.

Advising a range of independents, private equity-backed operators, and national and international energy companies, White & Case LLP continues to act on complex oil and gas transactions across key global markets. The firm’s broad practice spans upstream, midstream, and downstream assets, with a growing focus on major US M&A, project development, and joint ventures. Jay Cuclis, co-head of the firm’s global energy practice, has a prolific track record advising on conventional oil and gas and energy transition transactions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Jay Cuclis is highly proficient in M&A, private equity, and joint venture mandates, combining transactional expertise with a strong understanding of commercial agreements. Steven Otillar’s diverse client roster includes energy and production companies, national and independent oil companies, and government agencies, advising on both conventional and low-carbon ventures, including onshore and offshore projects. Project finance and development specialist Clark Wohlferd is noted for handling complex, multi-jurisdictional deals, while Charlie Ofner advises on acquisitions and disposals across the entire oil and gas value chain. All individuals are based in Houston except Wohlferd who operates out of New York. Emery Choi and Mingda Zhao have left the firm.