Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP stands out for its strong track record in handling a broad range of large-scale, high-value project development and finance matters and transactional work. Edward Koehler is very experienced in advising on project transactions, and James Bradley specialises in energy sector project work. Chumbhot Plangtrakul stands out for 'his deep understanding of complex project structures' and often assists with energy and infrastructure-related cross-border M&A deals; the three lawyers collectively head the practice. Other key practitioners include Sudarat Siriviriyakul and Chartthai Sutthapas, both noted for their strength in finance-related cases.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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‘Chumbhot Plangtrakul and his team have provided outstanding support.'
'Their team consistently delivers high-quality counsel with clarity, responsiveness, and deep sector expertise. Their ability to anticipate legal risks and support negotiations with precision has been invaluable.'
'Chumbhot Plangtrakul consistently demonstrates exceptional clarity, responsiveness, and strategic foresight. His professionalism and integrity has been invaluable.'
'James Bradley is an excellent projects lawyer. He is very commercially minded and very creative in his approach.'
Key clients
- Asian Development Bank
- Banpu Public Company Limited
- BAY GROUP HOLDINGS SDN. BHD.
- CG Capital Advisory Limited
- Constant Energy Management Services Ltd.
- DEG-DEUTSCHE INVESTITIONS-UND ENTWICKLUNGSGESELLSCHAFT MBH
- GNPower Group Companies
- Electricity Generating Public Company Limited
- Energy Absolute PLC
- Impact Energy Asia Development Limited / |Monsoon Wind Power Co., Ltd.
- Leader Energy Group Sdn. Bhd.
- Modern Energy Management
- Power Partners Ltd. Co. and AC Energy Holdings, Inc.
- Printpack Inc.
- PTL Holding Company Limited
- Quezon Power (Philippines), Limited Co.
- ResponsAbility Investments AG
- San Buenaventura Power Ltd. Co.
- Thanaleng Dry Port Sole Co., Ltd.
- United Overseas Bank (Thai) PCL
Work highlights
Assisting Electricity Generating Public Company Limited with its re-entry into the Indonesian infrastructure and utility market via an investment in newly issued shares.
Acted for the client on the acquisition of a controlling interest in a large potash mine in northern Thailand.
Advised Constant Energy on a refinancing for its portfolio of solar rooftop projects.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Edward Koehler
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Chumbhot Plangtrakul
Practice head
Edward Koehler; James Bradley; Chumbhot Plangtrakul
Other key lawyers
Sudarat Siriviriyakul; Thaphanut Vimolkej; Jitranut Narkmai; Chartthai Sutthapas