Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is a relevant player in the renewable and alternative energy market due to its breadth of expertise which spans transactions, disputes, and energy transition. The group has particular strengths in litigation, financing, and acquisitions involving solar, wind, and hydropower. Alongside its deep knowledge of the sector, the team’s cross-border capabilities and aptitude for handling high-value matters have drawn in new clients from the energy and financial services sectors. Andrew Compton, who joined the firm in October 2024, leads the department and stands out for his prowess across a range of renewable and alternative energy matters including acquisitions, divestments, and joint ventures, as well as financings. On the cross-border transactions front, Will Kim and April Kent are the main contacts in the practice with experience advising on international power projects. All attorneys mentioned are based in New York.
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Key clients
- Brookfield Renewable Partners
- First Solar
- Lifezone Metals
- Montana Technologies
- RWE
- SunPower’s Board of Directors
- Syrah Resources
Work highlights
- Represented Brookfield Renewable Partners in its $8 billion acquisition of Westinghouse.
- Represented Brookfield Renewable Partners in its $2.8 billion acquisition of Duke Energy.
- Represented RWE in its $6.8 billion acquisition of Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses.
Lawyers
Practice head
Andrew Compton
Other key lawyers
Will Kim; April Kent