King & Spalding continues to build on its elevated standing in the energy transition and LNG sectors, along with infrastructure, oil and gas; it is also making an impression in digital infrastructure projects. The team is praised for its ‘decisive approach, creativity and constructive attitude’. The Latin America team benefits from the presence of experienced project development, project finance, acquisition finance and M&A practitioners, among others. Key markets include Mexico, Brazil, Chile and Central America. In Miami, leading name Fradyn Suárez and newly-elected partner Jessica Mendoza have further developed the firm’s presence among sponsor/developer groups, and structuring banks and lenders, and have worked alongside Abu Dhabi’s Dan Feldman to play a pivotal role in low carbon molecule (hydrogen) projects, including in Brazil and Peru. The Latin America team is also noted for floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO), and other offshore projects across the region. Washington DC-based James Bowe has an outstanding record in LNG projects across Latin America. Houston partner Scott Greer is a construction specialist often having an integral role in the firm’s oil and gas, LNG, petrochemical, power and mining projects in the region. David Lang moved in house in December 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The legal team we work with is distinguished by its deep understanding of the financial and transactional landscape, as well as its results-oriented approach. What truly makes them unique is their ability to anticipate legal challenges in complex transactions and propose practical, rapid, and commercially viable solutions. They not only master the technical aspects of the law but also fully understand the dynamics of transactions and the client's objectives, which facilitates smooth and effective collaboration. Compared to other firms we have worked with, this team stands out for its agility, commitment, and level of strategic involvement.'
- 'They are proactive in identifying risks and opportunities and work with a sense of urgency, which is essential in highly demanding M&A and financing processes. Their advice goes beyond legal analysis; they add real value to the decision-making process.'
Key clients
- Microsoft
- Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority and Genera PR
Work highlights
Advised Microsoft Corporation on the engineering, procurement and construction of its future data centre builds, including artificial intelligence (AI) data centres, across the Americas.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jessica Mendoza
Practice head
Scott Greer; Fradyn Suárez