White & Case Pte. Ltd. has an established and leading Singapore team, noted for its expertise in oil and gas, LNG, renewables and conventional power projects across Asia Pacific. The group features both English and New York law specialists. The team is also making further progress in energy transition, including hydrogen and energy storage projects, along with digital infrastructure matters in Southeast Asia and North Asia. It remains a particularly dominant force in offshore wind, including large-scale projects offshore Taiwan. It also continues to advise key client Saudi Aramco on major oil and gas projects throughout Asia Pacific. Saul Daniel is a leading name in oil and gas, often representing Saudi Aramco on large transactions, such as its integrated refining and petrochemical complex in Fujian Province, China. Fergus Smith is a leading name in offshore wind projects, particularly offshore Taiwan, Korea, Japan and the Philippines. Tim Fourteau is also rated for energy and infrastructure projects. Matthew Osborne has left the firm.
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- ‘Well-rounded practice. Projects team benefits from the deep bench in related practice areas, including white-collar, M&A and litigation.’
- ‘The team is strong, with many quality associates supporting the partners and providing the critical mass needed to manage complex transactions. They have excellent experience in oil & gas projects, particularly refinery investments and commercial contracts for the supply/offtake of crude and other products.’
- ‘The team is well managed, and they all work well together. The quality of work product is excellent, and turnaround time is always good, and they never miss a deadlines. Saul Daniel is a great oil and gas lawyer and an excellent negotiator. Nettie Choo is a star associate. ’
- ‘The White & Case team in Singapore are true experts at their craft; with key strengths being the ability to grasp complex issues, boil them down to their key ingredients and then deliver concise and user-friendly advice. The White & Case Singapore team are personable and down-to-earth. When matters become urgent or critical, they are our trusted advisers, remaining calm and reassuring. ’
- ‘Saul Daniel and his team, including Nettie Choo and Jenny Zhang are stand-out due to their ability to deliver expert advice in the energy field with a level of institutional knowledge grounded in the reality we face as in-house lawyers on a day-to-day basis. Their advice is not overly academic yet sufficiently detailed. I value their availability and speed of response. ’
- ‘Saul Daniel and his team deliver an exceptional legal service. They excel at offering advice which is accurate, practical and delivered quickly.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Fergus Smith; Saul Daniel
Other key lawyers
Tim Fourteau; Nettie Choo; Jenny Zhang