White & Case LLP supports clients across sectors such as energy, infrastructure and telecommunications. The practice is headed by Deji Adegoke, whose work centres on infrastructure, energy, power, metals and mining matters across emerging markets. Mukund Dhar is recognised for his experience in joint ventures, acquisitions and divestments, project development and financing, as well as handling intricate commercial agreements. Lulama Selele brings to the team experience in guiding clients within the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and financial services industries.
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Testimonials
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- ‘White & Case's strength lies in handling complex, cross-border transactions, leveraging their global network and deep sector expertise.'
- ‘Mukund Dhar is a fierce negotiator with deep experience in M&A transactions across the continent. His strategic insight and ability to navigate complex deal structures make him a key asset in high-stakes negotiations.'
Key clients
- PT Ventures
- Etu Energías
- Hungarian Export-Import Bank Plc
- Africell Global Holdings
- Hungarian Export-Import Bank Plc
Work highlights
Representing PT Ventures SGPS, S.A. in a number of interrelated proceedings in relation to its shareholding in Unitel S.A.
Advised Etu Energías (previously SOMOIL) on its agreement to acquire the upstream Angolan assets of Portuguese multinational energy company Galp.
Advised African mobile services provider Africell Global Holdings Limited (Africell) on the refinancing of its existing capital structure with a debut issuance of US$300 million senior secured bonds and the introduction of a US$30 million revolving credit facility.
Practice head
Deji Adegoke
Other key lawyers
Lulama Selele; Mukund Dhar