Burness Paull LLP advises major oil and gas clients on upstream M&A, project development, and sector-specific regulatory matters. Its cross-practice approach supports work across the energy spectrum, including CCUS, hydrogen, and renewables matters, while guiding clients through environmental, regulatory and energy transition issues. Bob Ruddiman helms the department and is praised for his ‘incredible level of experience and knowledge across the energy sector’, advising industry players and financial sponsors on business acquisitions and mergers as well as inventory-focused transactions. Helen Dickson provides further M&A expertise to clients active in the upstream space, and Brian Hemming often advises on bespoke contractual arrangements.
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Testimonials
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‘Great industry experience in the partners.’
‘Bob Ruddiman: incredible level of experience and knowledge across the energy sector. Trusted adviser and lots of gravitas to bring in for any big ticket items or helping deal with the Board.'
- 'Brian Hemming: partner with very strong legal skills and ability to get deals done quickly and pragmatically.’
- 'Very customer focused and knowledgeable in all aspects of oil and gas practice.'
Key clients
- Ancala Midstream
- Serica Energy
- Kellas Midstream
- Savannah Petroleum
- i3 Energy
- Lansdowne Oil & Gas plc
- National Oilwell Varco
- Harbour Energy
- Amplus Energy
- Dana Petroleum
Work highlights
Acted for AIM listed i3 Energy plc on its £174m Takeover Code governed acquisition by Gran Tierra Energy Inc.
Acted for Amplus Energy in connection with its purchase of the Petrojarl I FPSO vessel from Altera.
Acting as Scottish counsel to Ithaca Energy (UK) Limited on its reserved based lending facility agreement.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Bob Ruddiman
Other key lawyers
Helen Dickson; Brian Hemming