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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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘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.'

Key clients

  • Association of Cyprus Banks
  • Bank of Cyprus

Work highlights

Advising Emmerson PLC on the Khemisset Mine Project Financing of Africa’s first commercial potash mine.

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Practice head

James Campbell; Matthew Oresman