The London office of Baker Botts (UK) LLP is well known for its capabilities in major energy and natural resources and digital infrastructure projects. Team lead Stuart McIntyre is reputed for his work across Central Asia, Eastern Europe and the Middle East and specialises in financing mandates. McIntyre’s recent instructions include advising IFC on a loan of USD 35 million to a state-owned bank in Uzbekistan. Stuart Blythe is recognised for his M&A and joint venture expertise in the African telecoms industry. Alex Kerr stands out for his recent activity in the energy emerging markets sector, advising Air Products on the landmark US$8.4bn NEOM green hydrogen project in Saudi Arabia. Nicholas Jones is highly praised for advising on the full gamut of financing transactions in emerging markets. Mark Castillo-Bernaus joined the team from White & Case LLP in February 2025. A trio from Dechert LLP also joined the team in June 2025: Patrick Lyons, Jennifer Rees and Amy Rees.
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Testimonials
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‘Stuart McIntyre has a great team. Nicholas Jones, the special counsel, is a rising star.’
‘Technically very strong, but also commercial, knowing which points are worth fighting and when to just get things done. Very few incidences of fee creep and in my view value for money when having regard to the quality of advice provided.’
‘I work with Nicholas Jones. I have found him knowledgeable in his field, and responsive to emails.’
Key clients
- Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
- Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation
- West Indian Ocean Cable Company
- Gulfsands Petroleum
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- Formula One
- Quantum Power
- McDermott
- Bristow Group
- High Power Petroleum LLC
- Jordan Bromine Company
- Arab Potash Co
- EllaLink Ireland Limited
- Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE)
Work highlights
Advised Air Products, in relation to all aspects of the development and financing of the USD 8.4 billion NEOM Green Hydrogen Project in Saudi Arabia.
Advised Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation, Tanzania’s state oil company, in relation to the development of a new USD 42 billion LNG facility.
Advised SPEP Energy Hong Kong Limited, a Sinochem Group company, on the successful divestment of their 40% interests in the Peregrino and Pitangola fields located in Brazil's Campos Basin. The transaction, valued at US$1.915 billion, involved the sale to Brazilian independent oil company PRIO.
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.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Stuart McIntyre
Other key lawyers
Stuart Blythe; Alex Kerr; Nicholas Jones