HFW advises a broad range of clients across the energy supply chain, acting for both national and international oil companies, service providers, EPC contractors, and equipment suppliers. The team handles oil and gas mandates, as well as wider natural resources projects, throughout the UAE, the Middle East, and a number of other jurisdictions, and continues to act in matters involving battery energy storage systems and both offshore and onshore gas developments. Its dispute capabilities remain active, with experience in arbitration and investigations arising out of major projects. Slava Kiryushin leads the practice, drawing on a wide international footprint to support clients with high-value, cross-border mandates.
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Testimonials
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- 'HFW’s oil and gas practice is unique in combining deep sector knowledge with a highly commercial approach.'
- ‘We really enjoyed working with Slava Kiryushin. He combines deep energy sector knowledge with a very practical, business-minded approach, and he’s always responsive and easy to work with. What sets him apart is his ability to give clear, solution-focused advice that helps move things forward quickly.’
- ‘HFW has a strong team experienced in oil, gas and natural resources area. This stretches to both contractual and dispute resolution areas. Their advice is precise and practical and the team is transparent and trustworthy. They come up with practical solutions and not just theoretical opinions. ’
- ‘Slava Kiryushin is the partner that I mostly work with. He is very responsive and client oriented.’
- ‘This practice stands out for its deep expertise and client-focused approach. The team combines technical excellence with commercial awareness, ensuring advice is both practical and strategic. We value their responsiveness, collaboration, and ability to navigate complex matters with clarity. Compared to other firms, they consistently deliver a more personalised service with efficiency and transparency.’
Key clients
- SLB
- Pakistan Petroleum Ltd
- National Well Drilling Company of Libya
- CATERPILLAR
- GS Engineering and Construction
- ADNOC
Work highlights
Advising SLB on a wide range of matters related to exploration and production drilling opportunities.
Advising on a first-of-its-kind project involving an ultra-deep exploration gas well.
Assisting Pakistan International Oil Company with securing its production concessions offshore Abu Dhabi.
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Practice head
Slava Kiryushin