Particularly focused on nuclear energy assets, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP leverages its ‘forward-thinking approach’ to energy projects and transactions in both emerging and major markets. Practice head Gavin Watson is recognised for his ’technical depth’ in corporate and commercial transactions and energy project development and financing. Vincent Zabielski and Elina Teplinsky, who splits her time between London and Washington DC, are noted for their international nuclear expertise.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Working with Gavin Watson has been a great experience. He has technical depth, commercial pragmatism and a calm, solutions-oriented mindset that consistently adds value.'
- ‘What sets Pillsbury’s Power team apart for me is their forward-thinking approach. You work with strategic partners who understand the complexities of the energy transition and regulatory landscape.’
Key clients
- Kozloduy NPP Moltex Energy China Nuclear Power Engineering TH Kazakatom (THK) Alva Energy Uranext
Work highlights
Advised Kozloduy NPP New Build on contracts associated with all phases of the development, structuring and financing of the new build of two AP-1000 nuclear reactors in Bulgaria.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Gavin Watson
Other key lawyers
Vincent Zabielski; Elina Teplinsky