Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Recognised for its ‘deep expertise,’ Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s energy and infrastructure group, based in Houston, has both transactional and advisory capabilities, offering assistance on the acquisitions and sales of power assets, financings, and project development, as well as joint ventures, divestitures, and privatization transactions. The team’s experience handling complex and high-value matters, including those with cross-border elements, continues to cement it as a standout firm in the US energy transaction space. With such an expansive offering, the practice continues to attract notable clients from the energy, infrastructure, and investment companies to its roster including the likes of BlackRock and Global Infrastructure Partners. The main contact in the department is Andrew Calder who concentrates on M&A, although the team also benefits from the aptitude of Rhett Van Syoc who specialises in joint ventures and private equity. In New York, Kristin Mendoza stands out for her prowess in cross-border M&A, dispositions, and reorganisations in the energy sector. Other key names in the department include Ahmed Sidik – who was promoted to partner in October 2024 – and Rob Goodin.