Vinson & Elkins LLP

Vinson & Elkins LLP‘s energy and power-focused project finance offering is a notable player in the oil and gas market, as well as acting on several matters across mineral extraction, renewables, battery storage, and clean energy. Its oil and gas reputation sees it a regular part of major cross-border projects, as well as precedent setting matters in the industry. Clients include leading oil and gas companies and elite private equity companies. The practice has strong presence on the ground in Texas, with the Austin office housing Kaam Sahely, who has deep experience in renewable and sustainable energy assets, power generation, traditional hydrocarbons and infrastructure assets. In Houston, Danielle Patterson has experience advising all energy industry stakeholders, including strategic companies, institutional investors, PE funds and other financial institutions; and Matt Strock has broad corporate law expertise. Opened in November 2024, the firm’s Denver office houses Michael Joyce, whose practice has a renewables focus.