Bracewell LLP’s recent caseload encompasses energy and social infrastructure across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. The practice is led by Tom Swarbrick, who is knowledgeable of renewables projects, battery storage, as well as oil and gas facilities. Andrej Kormuth is highly proficient in healthcare, transport, and infrastructure projects, while Shane Jaftha and Nick Meyer are other key team members.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team demonstrates deep expertise in EPC contracts and has a strong track record in handling complex disputes with contractors. Their strategic approach and commercial insight set them apart.’
- ‘I would particularly recommend Tom Swarbrick, who brings a sharp legal mind and practical problem-solving skills to the table.’
- ‘This is one of the most experienced team for construction.'
- ‘We have worked mainly with Tom Swarbrick. Tom is an excellent professional and available, as well as a provider of constructive feedback.'
- ‘Bracewell's team are very responsive and eager to help. They provide legally sound and practical advice. They are very experienced and are solution oriented.’
- ‘Tom Swarbrick is very approachable, is completely involved in matters, and always ready with answers.'
- ‘Tom Swarbrick has an exceptional practice. The quality of work combined with an easy going manner make him unique in the region.’
Key clients
- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC
- FRV
- Al-Jil Alati
- China Three Gorges Corporation
- Emsteel
- International Power SA
- EtihadWe, Korea Western Power
- Kyuden Corporation
- Matrix Renewables SLU
- British Solar Renewables
- X-Elio Energy, SLU
- Savannah Energy Uquo Gas Limited
- Lenders to Transdev, Nesma and TCC
- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC
- The Lenders to Alghanim
Work highlights
Advising EMSTEEL, the Abu Dhabi Government-backed integrated steel and building materials manufacturer.
Advised FRV in relation to the construction of Masrik, the first utility-scale renewable power project to be project-financed in Armenia.
Advising Matrix in relation to the Spanish developer’s entry into the UK battery storage market.
Practice head
Tom Swarbrick
Other key lawyers
Andrej Kormuth; Shane Jaftha; Nick Meyer