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King & Wood Mallesons

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King & Wood Mallesons' energy, resources, and infrastructure practice group offers 'great knowledge of technical law but also importantly, the ability to expertly combine that with strong knowledge of energy market dynamics': its energy reform work, including decarbonisation and work with renewables, is a key element of the practice. Practice group leader Craig Rogers, based in Brisbane, advises clients across the spectrum of renewables, new energy technologies, oil and gas, and utilities infrastructure. Sydney-based Vishal Ahuja is energy sector lead within the team, offering 'unparalleled expertise in energy regulation'. Clients describe Perth-based Peter Vaughan as 'the best legal practitioner in Asia Pacific for Oil and Gas'; also in Perth, Tim Edwards is a mining, utilities, and oil and gas specialist, while Tara Graneri's 'versatility is extraordinary', working across oil and gas to new energy technologies and decarbonisation initiatives.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Vishal Ahuja is extremely good to deal with. He has unparalleled expertise in energy regulation, commercial nous and he understands our business and drivers. He carries a huge workload but is usually available when needed’

  • ‘Great knowledge of technical law but also importantly, the ability to expertly combine that with strong knowledge of energy market dynamics, regulators and policy settings, so advice is well-rounded, practical and considered. The team leading energy transactions is highly capable and trusted to execute. Breadth and depth provides great coverage.’

Key clients

  • Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
  • AGL

Work highlights

  • Advised on Tender Rounds 2 and 3 of the Long-Term Energy Service Agreements (LTESA) - a key platform of the NSW Government's Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.
  • Advised leading Australian energy infrastructure business, APA Group (APA) on its $1.7 billion (AUD) acquisition of Alinta Energy’s Pilbara business.