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Burges Salmon LLP offers ‘critical support at crucial times’ to clients across the renewable energy sector, advising on wind and solar developments, electric vehicle roll outs and heat energy networks. The firm is also well-versed in nuclear power projects and PPP issues. Ian Salter spearheads the practice, advising clients from across the globe on nuclear power sector issues. Ross Fairley covers renewable energy, battery, EV and carbon capture projects, while Keith Beattie advises sponsors and government departments on defence and transport projects. Julian Boswall is a planning specialist, and Alec Whiter assists with wind and battery storage projects. Mark Paterson is a noted infrastructure specialist.
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Profile
Work Department
Commercial; projects.
Position
Partner specialising in projects and commercial contracts. Having previously worked in private practice in Hong Kong and Singapore, and as an in-house legal adviser , Keith has wide-ranging experience of projects, project finance and commercial contracts in the UK and overseas, primarily in the defence, transport, infrastructure and energy sectors. Key clients include the Ministry of Defence and Ascent Flight Training.
Career
Trained Linklaters; qualified 1999; assistant, projects group Linklaters London, Singapore, Hong Kong 1999-2000 and 2001-04; in-house lawyer Amerada Hess 2000-01; Crown Prosecutor, Crown Prosecution Service Bristol 2004-05; associate, Burges Salmon 2005-08, partner 2008.
Memberships
Law Society.
Education
Attended Bangor Grammar School, Northern Ireland; University of Liverpool (1995 LLB Law and German); College of Law, Chester (1996 LPC).
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Testimonials
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‘The team has extensive experience in various energy sectors, including nuclear, battery, solar, offshore and onshore wind, and energy from waste. They are known for their strong focus on risk mitigation from the inception of projects and their ability to navigate and resolve disputes across different energy technologies.'
‘Ian Salter is a recognized expert in nuclear regulation and international nuclear law, advising on commercial arrangements globally.'
Key clients
- Progressive Energy
- Blue Gem Wind
Work highlights
Advising Progressive Energy and ENI on Hynet, the market leading blue hydrogen and industrial carbon capture project in the North West.