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A&O Shearman
1221 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS
NEW YORK, NY 10020
NEW YORK
United States

Work Department

PENRI

Position

Partner

Career

Simon specializes in advising private equity funds and other sponsors in their energy and infrastructure investments in the Americas.
Prior to joining A&O Shearman, Simon was Deputy General Counsel at an international power generation company. In addition to his current focus on infrastructure transactions, Simon has broad cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity and capital markets experience.

Lawyer Rankings

Latin America: International firms > Corporate and M&A

A&O Shearman has a burgeoning presence in Latin America corporate and M&A transactions, building on the history of both legacy firms Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, prior to their landmark merger in May 2024. The combined Latin America team is noted for its experience in energy and infrastructure M&A, including telecoms and digital infrastructure, renewable energy, and power and electricity transmission. The firm’s global standing brings it a wealth of international clients that have interests or assets in Latin America, providing a stream of M&A engagements. New York-based Simon Clark has a background in energy and infrastructure transactions, including numerous deals in Latin America. Former senior counsel André de Paiva Teixeira left the firm in May 2024.