‘Deep sectoral knowledge’ and ’cross-border fluency’ distinguish Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP’s corporate and securities work in emerging markets. The team’s caseload spans cross-border M&A, finance, capital markets and funds. James Campbell and Matthew Oresman jointly oversee the department. Campbell routinely advises clients in the oil and gas, mining, technology and financial services sectors in Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Oresman works in the intersection of law and policy, with particular expertise in handling regulatory compliance, international disputes and sanctions.
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‘Pillsbury's emerging markets practice distinguishes itself through a combination of deep sectoral knowledge, cross-border fluency, and innovative client service strategies. Pillsbury focuses its emerging markets work on sectors that are critical to long-term development and foreign direct investment, such as energy (including renewables and nuclear), infrastructure, technology, and finance.’
‘The individuals I work with at Pillsbury stand out not only for their legal acumen, but for their integrity, commitment, and practical understanding of the complexities inherent in emerging markets. They combine top-tier legal training with real-world judgment, and they consistently bring clarity to ambiguity—whether advising on regulatory reforms, negotiating cross-border deals, or managing political risk.'
'What sets this team apart from competitors is not just their legal expertise, but the depth of their sector-specific knowledge, cultural fluency, and responsiveness under pressure; Pillsbury lawyers don’t just "know the law"—they know how to make it work for clients navigating unfamiliar, often rapidly evolving environments.’
‘Very knowledgeable and connected. Always ahead of events in their analysis.’
‘Skill, knowledge, discretion and creativity. I have never seen the four combined so seamlessly at any other firm.’
Key clients
- Association of Cyprus Banks
- Bank of Cyprus
- Bemol Retail SRL
- CEECAT Capital
- China Nuclear Power Engineering Co., Ltd.
- Dronamics
- Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- Emmerson PLC
- EN+
- Eurobank
- Gorilla Technologies
Work highlights
Advising Emmerson PLC on the Khemisset Mine Project Financing of Africa’s first commercial potash mine.
Representing the entire banking industry in Cyprus, advising them on improving their compliance with U.S., UK, and EU sanctions and global anti-money laundering norms.
Advising China Nuclear Power Engineering Co. on its supply to Hinkley Point C project here in the UK including contract negotiation, construction industry scheme advice, and tax advice.
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Practice head
James Campbell; Matthew Oresman