Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP‘s practice draws on its stellar US practice to advise Japanese corporates, trading houses, and contractors on LNG and power development projects. Team lead Simon Barrett focuses on the oil and gas sector, with considerable expertise in financing matters. Katsumi Shirai specialises in transactions related to renewables, while Olivia Matsushita regularly handles investments into clean fuel.
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‘Pillsbury's Projects and Energy team truly stands out due to their profound expertise and unparalleled international outlook.'
'They excel in navigating complex international project financings, especially in infrastructure and energy, demonstrating a comprehensive grasp of global market dynamics and unique jurisdictional nuances.'
'This team offers more than just legal advice; their exceptional commercial acumen means they provide practical, innovative solutions that directly align with and drive our business objectives, acting as true strategic partners.’
‘When it comes to the individuals I've had the privilege of working with at Pillsbury, Simon Barrett truly stands out. He doesn't just provide legal advice; he offers a strategic roadmap, anticipates potential CFIUS hurdles well in advance and proactively develops robust mitigation strategies. This foresight saved us considerable time and potential headaches, allowing us to navigate a notoriously complex process with remarkable efficiency.’
‘I recommend Katsumi Shirai.’
‘The Pillsbury team is highly responsive and excellent at identifying effective subject-matter experts as befits each given matter's requirements. The Pillsbury team has also demonstrated remarkable flexibility and understanding with respect to in-house counsel's needs for each given matter.’
‘We've often worked closely with Olivia Matsushita, located in Pillsbury's Tokyo office. We enjoy working with Olivia because she keeps herself actively attuned to both the business and legal needs of our organisation, and understands the importance of respecting and listening to the guidance of in-house legal.'
'Olivia Matsushita appreciates where there are sensitivities and where we need to strike a balance between internal and external considerations, including, e.g. balances between the project's objectives, the interests of our global partnerships, the requirements of our various stakeholders, and the directions of our executive management.’
Key clients
- Osaka Gas Co., Ltd Sumitomo Chemical Company Ltd. JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration Corporation GS Energy Corporation Sojitz Corporation Kawasaki Heavy Industries Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Chiyoda Corporation IHI Corporation Metal One Corporation Kajima Corporation JGC Corporation Mitsubishi Corporation Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power
Work highlights
Advised the client on the development, structuring, regulatory, and financing aspects of a mega solar PV project in Kanoya Osaki in Kagoshima.