McDermott Will & Schulte advises on a broad range of oil and gas transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures. The firm’s recent work includes handling major deals in strategic basins and assisting energy companies in securing financing for large-scale projects. Jack Langlois has departed the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'MWE energy team has done a great job for us. There is great partner availability, industry knowledge and insight, and overall a very service-oriented and down-to-earth culture which leads to smooth interactions with clients and counter-parties.'
- 'Ed Zaelke is one of the most knowledgeable and connected U.S. lawyers in our industry. He is also a great guy to work with - timely and practical advice.'
Key clients
- Aiga Capital Partners LLC
- Arbor Renewables
- Bayou Midstream, LLC
- Beam Suntory Inc.
- Birch Resources
- Chord Energy
- CNA
- Crossbridge Energy Partners
- Diversified Volterra Royalties
- EIV Capital, LLC
- Ellipsis Energy
- EnCap Flatrock Midstream
Work highlights
Advised Kraken in multiple matters, such as the acquisition of substantially all of Crescent Point’s US oil and gas assets for $500 million.
Advised Birch Resources in multiple matters, including the negotiation of a joint bidding agreement with another oil and gas company to jointly bid to acquire the oil and gas assets of a seller.
Represented Chord Energy in multiple matters, including the amendment of Residue Gas and NGL Purchase Processing Agreement to revise pricing provisions, an amendment of Crude Oil Gathering, Stabilization, Blending and Storage Agreement to revise and update various commercial provisions, and the negotiation of a Mobile Gas Processing Agreement.
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Ed Zaelke