Standing out for its leading knowledge of the West African energy and natural resources markets, the global energy group at Mayer Brown is highly sought-after among major international clients for its expertise across the development, financing, and construction of significant and impactful projects. Olivier Mélédo regularly acts for sponsors, investors, and states on development, financing, construction, and M&A matters, demonstrating a comfort across renewable and conventional energy infrastructure and assets. A further expert is Alban Dorin, who assists leading banks and development finance institutions on the financing of significant West African mining projects.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
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‘Very strong responsiveness, knowledge of the infrastructure market, and an ability to apply to our new carbon market.’
‘Olivier Mélédo stands out.'
Key clients
- Africa Finance Corporation
- Africa Legal Support Facility
Work highlights
Advising the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania on the development of five green hydrogen projects with an aggregate capacity of 85 GW.
Lawyers
Leading partners: Energy projects
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading partners: Mining, oil and gas and natural resources
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Olivier Mélédo; Alban Dorin