A&O Shearman
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Yvonne Ho, a specialist in advising banks on project financing transactions, co-leads A&O Shearman’s busy projects and energy practice, which advises lenders, sponsors, private companies, and SOEs regarding outbound projects involving Belt and Road economies, ESG matters, and more, with notable experience in the areas of renewables, LNG, mining, and natural resources. The group is tapped for representation in disputes as well as for non-contentious work instructions, including regulatory advice and sizeable corporate transactions within the sector. Other practice co-head Ling Li is a key contact for cross-border M&A, JVs, investments, and disposals in the energy sector, and Matthew Bisley focuses on renewables, water, and construction and real estate-driven instructions. Lucia He also handles cross-border renewables deals. Sean Wang retired at the end of 2024, and Benjamin Crawford moved to the firm’s Abu Dhabi office.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team possesses exceptional organisational, coordination, and communication skills. They are adept at bringing in the right legal teams from other firms based on our project needs – whether local attorneys, local branch offices, or established partner firms. They also effectively represent us in critical communications and coordination with relevant partners. Leveraging the A&O Shearman platform, the team has extensive reach across multiple jurisdictions and access to numerous outstanding local legal teams. This enables swift business matching and seamless coordination with other legal teams.'
- 'The team possesses robust expertise and extensive practical experience, enabling them to swiftly and accurately identify core issues and provide targeted advice.'
Key clients
- China Southern Power Grid International
- China Three Gorges Corporation
Work highlights
Advising China Southern Power Grid International on its acquisition of two Peruvian assets from Enel Peru.