Comparative Guide
Private Equity
United Kingdom
Alice Brogi, Federico Fruhbeck, David Irvine, Kavita Davis & Joe Newitt
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher advises on the development, financing, and acquisition of large-scale energy and utilities assets across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The practice is experienced in cross-border project financings, particularly in the power, petrochemicals, and renewables sectors, acting for a broad range of sponsors, lenders, and government-backed entities. Team head Ben Shorten is highly active on the financing of renewables, utility and infrastructure projects, particularly in the Middle East. Trinh Chubbock is well placed to act on the development and commercial aspects of upstream and midstream assets.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Ben Shorten stands out for his exceptional dedication, responsiveness, and client-focused approach. He consistently makes himself available, even for urgent requests, and delivers precisely what clients need.'
- ‘Gibson Dunn stands out due to its exceptional depth of analysis and unwavering availability towards clients. Their meticulous approach ensures that every aspect of a case is thoroughly examined, providing comprehensive and well-founded legal advice. This level of detail and commitment to client service is a hallmark of their practice.'
- ‘Trinh Chubbock has extensive experience in projects and infrastructure. She is commercially aware and combines her deep legal understanding with the client's business strategy.’
- ‘Gibson Dunn stands out out in the area of strategic business counsel, offering a "hands on" service where they tailor their advice to the client's commercial needs.’
Key clients
- Riyad Bank
- Hydro REIN
- Cathay Life Insurance
- ACWA Power
Practice head
Ben Shorten
Other key lawyers
Trinh Chubbock