With extensive experience across the full range of energy projects, the construction team at King & Spalding LLP have a ‘well-deserved reputation’, advising and representing major international companies and corporations in high-stakes litigation, arbitration, and mediation cases. Noted for his expertise in the international energy construction industry, Mike Stenglein jointly leads the team alongside Scott Greer, who spearheads the firm’s global energy and construction transactional practice, representing clients high-profile LNG projects. Elsewhere in the practice, San Francisco-based Stephen O’Neal showcases considerable experience in construction and engineering disputes and international arbitration. Also in San Francisco, Benjamin Jones focuses on international refinery projects, while Houston-based Jonathan Katz represents owners and developers in the oil and gas and petrochemical sectors. Peter Berg left the firm in June 2024.
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‘King & Spalding has a well-deserved reputation for its expertise, specific experience, advocacy on behalf of its clients, ability to handle complexity, attention to detail, and, importantly, business perspective.’
‘When it comes to major project development and construction, particularly in the LNG industry, King & Spalding is the gold standard. The breadth and depth of knowledge and experience in unparalleled, both in transactional work and litigation.’
'The lawyers we have worked with bring deep industry understanding and technical, as well as legal skills, so the advice and guidance is very specific to industry practice. They really are in a class by themselves, in terms of creativity and being on top of latest innovations and risk mitigation strategies.'
‘When it comes to market positions and negotiations, Scott Greer's depth of knowledge and decades of experience make him the best in the business. He knows every side of the issues before they arise, resulting in exceptional efficiency and excellent results for his clients.
- 'Jonathan Katz knows project development transactions, and the law behind them, inside and out. His ability to articulate arguments and positions with both his clients and counterparties makes him an outstanding advocate. Jonathan is consistently responsive, listens to his clients to understand their needs, and executes with precision. He has been a genuine pleasure to work with over the years.’
Key clients
- Avantus
- Bayport Polymers, LLC
- Champlain Hudson Power Express Project
- Cheniere Energy, Inc.
- Commonwealth LNG
- Dow
- EnergySource Minerals
- Freeport LNG
- G2X Energy
- Global Clean Energy Holdings
Work highlights
- Won a$1.9bn award for Reficar in an ICC arbitration against the contractor relating to delays and cost overruns involving an oil refinery in Colombia.
- Representing a subsidiary of NextDecade Corporation in the first phase of the US$18.4 billion Rio Grande Project, the largest privately funded infrastructure project in the State of Texas and the largest greenfield LNG project built in one phase.
- Representing Champlain Hudson Power Express project on the development of a multi-billion-dollar, 339-mile-long HVDC transmission line, which will deliver 1,250 MW of renewable hydro power to New York City.
Lawyers
Hall of fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Stephen O’Neal
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Mike Stenglein
Practice head
Mike Stenglein; Scott Greer
Other key lawyers
Stephen O’Neal; Benjamin Jones; Jonathan Katz