Project finance in United States

A&O Shearman

Market-leading energy companies, utilities and infrastructure developers continue to call upon A&O Shearman’s banking and finance practice. The group is active across the full PPP lifecycle, with recent experience covering rail and road, water, and renewable energy ventures. New York's Dorina Yessios leads the team alongside Paul Astolfi, who splits his time between Chicago and Dallas and is particularly noted for his strength in platform and portfolio transactions, debt solutions, and project bond financing. Operating out of New York and Los Angeles, Kent Rowey advises across the asset lifecycle, from debt and equity capital raising through to restructuring and portfolio management. Washington DC's Nisim (Niso) Matari focuses on representing lenders, sponsors, and investors in sophisticated domestic and cross-border finance transactions and credit arrangements. Additional depth comes from New York partners Cynthia Urda Kassis and Paul Epstein, with the latter recently active advising the Federal Railroad Administration in connection with an up to USD3bn grant to fund part of the USD12bn Brightline West private high-speed rail project linking Las Vegas and Southern California.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dorina Yessios; Paul Astolfi


Autres avocats clés:

Kent Rowey; Nisim (Niso) Matari; Cynthia Urda Kassis; Paul Epstein


Les références

‘Strong practice and depth of expertise. True global coverage.’

‘Consistently pragmatic and well-informed advice to ensure transactions are well structured and executed as efficiently as possible, as well as protecting lenders.’

‘Paul Astolfi has been exceptional on all transactions to date, providing deep sector expertise coupled with incredible attention to detail, and provides us as lenders huge confidence that we are in safe hands, lender counsel-wise.’

Principaux clients

EQT Partners


ConRAC Solutions


University of Iowa Energy Collective


KKR Global Impact Fund


Carlyle Investment Management L.L.C.


Bregal Sagemount


United States Department of Transportation


CVC DIF


Igneo Infrastructure Partners


Prudential Private Capital


Bank of Nova Scotia


La Caisse


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised EQT on its acquisition of Seven Seas Water Group, a provider of sustainable water and wastewater solutions, from Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners.
  • Advised the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) on all aspects of the SR 400 Express Lanes Project (the “SR 400 Project”) in the Atlanta, Georgia metropolitan area.
  • Advising the FRA in connection with an up to USD3bn grant to fund a portion of the costs of the USD12bn Brightline West private high-speed rail project connecting Las Vegas and Southern California.

Akin

Known for its breadth across both conventional and renewable power technologies, the team at Akin advises a broad array of sponsors, developers and lenders. Leadership of the practice is shared between three partners: New York's Zachary Wittenberg and Ikenna Emehelu, and Houston's Matthew Kapinos. Emehelu represents lenders, developers, and private equity and infrastructure funds on the development, financing, acquisition and disposal of renewable energy assets. Kapinos supports energy and infrastructure clients across the full project lifecycle, from drafting and negotiating agreements to acquisition, development, financing and sale.

Responsables de la pratique:

Zachary Wittenberg; Ike Emehelu; Matt Kapinos


Les références

‘The team combines deep expertise in renewable and alternative power with a strong track record in complex financing and regulatory matters. As a client, I value Akin’s ability to navigate evolving energy markets, structure innovative deals, and deliver commercially focused solutions.’

‘Akin’s approach ensures clients receive agile, forward-thinking advice aligned with the Project Finance market.’

‘Akin lawyers I work with offer deepening sector-specific insights and provide practical, commercially focused advice that enhances the client experience and differentiates Akin from other law firms.’

Principaux clients

Kennedy Lewis Investment Management LLC


HASI


Solar Landscape


Excelsior Energy Capital


Rabobank


CIM Group LLC


First Ammonia, LLC


Pacifico Power


Industrial Development Funding, LLC


Sumitomo Corporation of Americas


Scale Microgrid Solutions, Inc.


Oystercatcher Solar, LLC


CVE North America, Inc.


Lydian Energy LLC


Convergent Energy & Power Inc.


Velocys PLC


Climate United Fund


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Kennedy Lewis Investment Management LLC on a $130 million senior secured equipment supply loan for the Cheyenne Energy and Data Center Project, supporting energy transition strategy.
  • Represented HASI in a $207 million project financing for Vision RNG, enabling development of landfill gas-to-renewable natural gas facilities in Ohio.
  • Advised Solar Landscape on securing a $115 million credit facility from Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit to expand its community solar portfolio, including structuring, regulatory, and tax aspects.

Ashurst LLP

Ashurst LLP maintains an active presence advising government agencies, sponsors, and lenders on complex infrastructure matters. The practice is led from Los Angeles by Anna Hermelin, whose work centres on transport and social infrastructure P3 projects. New York-based Betty Cerini co-leads the team and has been involved in high-profile mandates, including advising the Georgia Department of Transportation on its flagship SR 400 Express Lanes Project. Further strength comes from Los Angeles partner Tristan Robinson, who represents public authorities, equity investors, and buyers and sellers of infrastructure assets on the secondary market.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anna Hermelin; Betty Cerini


Autres avocats clés:

Tristan Robinson


Principaux clients

Austin Transit Partnership


North Carolina DOT


Georgia Department of Transportation


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey


LA Metro


City of San Jose


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising the Austin Transit Partnership on Project Connect, a comprehensive transit expansion plan that will transform Central Texas.
  • Advising NCDOT on the $3.7bn I-77 North Express Lanes P3 Project (« Project »); 16 miles of express lanes and other bridge and interchange upgrades on I-77 south of Charlotte, NC, to bring capacity to the vital North Carolina-South Carolina commuter and freight corridor.
  • Advisor to (« GDOT ») on its flagship P3 project, the SR 400 Express Lanes Project: a $10bn project to provide 16 miles of new express toll lanes and bus rapid transit stations to the fast-growing communities north of Atlanta.

Baker Botts L.L.P.

Baker Botts L.L.P. advises a broad client base on debt finance and project finance transactions, acting for borrowers and sponsors as well as commercial banks, institutional lenders, and hedge providers. The practice is led from New York by Dino Barajas, whose work centers on domestic and international project development and finance, with a particular focus on Latin American infrastructure projects, debt financings, and M&A. In Washington DC, Matthew Gurch brings extensive experience advising on project development documentation, tax equity investments, and M&A matters across alternative energy, conventional power, and mining and minerals.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dino Barajas


Autres avocats clés:

Matt Gurch


Les références

‘Baker Botts team has an extraordinary mix of expertise and commercial focus that helps clients develop projects in a very challenging environment.’

‘Baker Botts continues to provide a best in class legal team for all matters LNG. Their bench strength, depth of market knowledge, and dedication to client service has made me a loyal client.’

Principaux clients

Partners Group Investment Services AG


EDPR NA Distributed Generation LLC


Exus Renewables North America


Green Street Power Partners, LLC


HyVelocity, LLC


Panamint Capital LLC


Pathway Energy, LLC


Sunnova Energy International, Inc.


YPF, S.A.


Sempra LNG


Southern Energy, S. A.


Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising YPF S.A. on development of the multi-phase Argentina LNG project, including development of the upstream Vaca Muertas reserves, processing and pipeline facilities, and floating liquefaction facilities and related facilities.
  • Representing Southern Energy S.A. and its operator Pan American Energy in its successful development and future financing of a floating LNG liquefaction project in Argentina.
  • Represented Exus Partners, a global independent investment and asset management firm specializing in renewable energy, in connection with the development and financing of projects in Louisiana and Wisconsin totaling more than 900 MW of capacity and exceeding $600 million in value.

Baker McKenzie

With a strong focus on matters linked to the energy transition, Baker McKenzie regularly advises developers and investors on transactions involving battery storage, carbon capture, hydrogen, and energy efficiency projects. José Morán leads the team and is experienced in the acquisition and divestiture of power project assets, acting for both financial and strategic counterparties. Co-head James O’Brien is active across major project transactions, including large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy developments. Co-head Stan Sirot advises sponsors, strategic investors, and financial institutions throughout the full lifecycle of energy and infrastructure projects. From New York, co-head Clyde (Skip) Rankin III focuses on M&A, privatisations, licensing and distribution arrangements, as well as joint venture agreements. All individuals act out of Chicago unless otherwise stated.

Responsables de la pratique:

José Morán; James O’Brien; Stan Sirot; Clyde (Skip) Rankin III


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented J-POWER USA in all aspects of the project finance of J-POWER’s utility-scale renewable project in the US, a strategic transaction for J-POWER USA to implement a strategy for transitioning from a conventional gas-fired power generation-centered business to a diversified business model focused on the development and operation of renewable energy projects in the US.

Ballard Spahr LLP

Ballard Spahr LLP is active across a wide spectrum of energy and infrastructure assets, with the team recently advising on solar, microgrids, hydroelectric, and geothermal generation ventures. Leadership is shared between Philadelphia-based Patrick Gillard and Randall Towers, alongside Washington DC-based Katie Leesman. Gillard brings a sophisticated utility finance practice, regularly negotiating public and private debt financings involving complex capital structures, and advising on related M&A transactions. Towers represents public and private sector clients on M&A and disposals, in addition to leveraged leasing arrangements. Leesman adds further project finance capability, underpinned by extensive regulatory expertise, particularly in relation to solar developments.

Responsables de la pratique:

Patrick Gillard; Randall Towers; Katie Leesman


Autres avocats clés:

John Wheatley


Les références

‘Ballard Spahr has the expertise to deliver any alternative delivery project. They are well-versed in all aspects of PPP, CMGC, DB, and PDB.’

‘Ballard Spahr stands out for their prompt response to our questions and issues, their explanation of potential solutions, their willingness and ability to impart their knowledge to our attorneys, and their efficiency.’

‘Very strong knowledge of capital project delivery and financing options.’

Principaux clients

Constellation Energy Generation LLC


Exelon Corporation


Green Development, LLC


University of Florida


ClimeCo LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing ClimeCo in a variety of transactions, asset purchases and carbon credit development projects.

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Barnes & Thornburg LLP has recently strengthened its offering with the arrival of Steve Park and John Smolen from Ballard Spahr LLP. Both bring significant experience in project finance and public-private partnership matters, further enhancing the firm’s capabilities in this area.

Best Best & Krieger

Best Best & Krieger is a go-to for public agencies seeking project and debt finance counsel for civil, social and transport infrastructure projects. The team is led from Riverside by Mrunal Shah, Kimberly Byrens, and John Rottschaefer, each bringing distinct strengths to the practice. Byrens advises on a wide range of transactions, acting as bond, underwriter, and disclosure counsel across complex financings. Shah has notable experience funding energy and water ventures, while Rottschaefer advises clients on derivative products, forward purchase agreements, swaps, sales-of-call rights, and other specialized financing mechanisms.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mrunal Shah; Kimberly Byrens; John Rottschaefer


Principaux clients

East County AWP Joint Powers Authority


Riverside Unified School District Financing Authority


Madera Unified School District


Laguna Beach County Water District Public Financing Authority


Western Riverside Council of Governments


California Municipal Finance Authority


Santa Fe Springs Public Financing Authority


Water Replenishment District of Southern California Financing Authority


City of Corona, California


Jurupa Community Facilities District


Principaux dossiers


  • Served as bond and disclosure counsel to the City of Rancho Cucamonga with respect to its redevelopment efforts for over 20 years.
  • Served as Bond Counsel in connection with the California Municipal Finance Authority’s Student Residence Revenue Bonds (Ascent 613 Project) Series 2025 financing.
  • Served as bond and disclosure counsel to the Madera Unified School District with respect to all of its financing, including its robust general obligation bond issuances.

Bracewell LLP

Bracewell LLP provides extensive counsel across the energy and infrastructure value chain, with notable strengths in social infrastructure, transportation, utilities, and renewable energy projects. Leadership of the practice is shared between Houston-based Stephanie Koo Song and New York-based Nicolai Sarad, with Sarad regularly advising PAB underwriters, commercial banks and other financial institutions, as well as P3 sponsors, contractors and government bodies across the US market. San Antonio’s Summer B. Greathouse focuses on PPP housing finance mandates for governmental clients. Fernando Rodriguez Marin acts out of New York and recently advised lenders to the Acciona, ACS, and Meridiam consortium on its bid for the I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes PPP in Tennessee. Jeris Brunette departed the team in March 2026.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nicolai Sarad; Stephanie Koo Song


Autres avocats clés:

Summer B. Greathouse; Fernando Rodriguez Marin


Principaux clients

Acciona


ACS


Meridiam consortium


Designated Bidders, LLC


Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority


Southstar – VIDA


Trusted Driver, Inc.


AEP Transmission


Standard Solar Inc.


REC Solar


Equinor Wind Services LLC


MUFG Bank, Ltd.


Sol Systems LLC


Sol DevCo Borrower I, LLC


ENGIE North America Inc.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised lenders to the Acciona/ACS/Meridiam consortium on its bid for the I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes PPP in Tennessee, a 28-mile managed-lane project to reduce congestion and modernize statewide transportation infrastructure.
  • Advised affiliates of US-based solar power company REC Solar, as borrowers, in a multi-draw project financing led by First Citizens Bank for two portfolios of distributed-generation solar photovoltaic facilities across six US states.
  • Represented Southstar in establishing multiple PPPs with New Braunfels Utilities and local governments to finance water, wastewater, and public infrastructure for the $2.6 billion Mayfair mixed-use development in New Braunfels, Texas.

Butler Snow LLP

Infrastructure financing is a key pillar of Butler Snow LLP’s practice, with its public finance group advising on federal tax credits and governmental and private activity bonds for public institutions, urban development authorities and energy developers. Leadership is shared between Ridgeland-based Thad Varner and Macon-based Blake Sharpton, both of whom focus on public finance, commercial lending, debt financing and economic development projects. Atlanta-based David Williams adds further depth, advising bond purchasers on tax-exempt and taxable bond financings across the US.

Responsables de la pratique:

Thad Varner; Blake Sharpton


Autres avocats clés:

David Williams


Les références

‘David Williams and the team help get financing. They find ways to overcome obstacles. They know the laws and regulations for alternative finance plans. They make key introductions.’

Principaux clients

New Orleans Aviation Board


Village on the Isle 2024


Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority


Sentara Health


Cherry Creek School District


St. Vrain Valley School District, Colorado


Wells Fargo Securities, LLC


Louisiana Housing Corporation


Harrison County, Mississippi


Mississippi Home Corporation


Mississippi Business Finance Corporation


JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.


Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority


Development Authority of DeKalb County


State of Louisiana


Washington County, Mississippi Board of Supervisors


TopGolf International, Inc.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Washington County, Mississippi Board of Supervisors, in connection with the negotiation of a Fee-In-Lieu-of-Taxes Agreement for a $1.2 billion dollar Entergy Mississippi, LLC 754 Mega Watt Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine New Natural Gas-Powered Station.
  • Served as Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel for Client New Orleans Aviation Board in connection with the issuance of $606,440,000 General Airport Revenue Bonds.

Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP

Leadership of Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP sits with three New York-based partners: Emeka Chinwuba, Peter Rooney, and Andrew Lee. Chinwuba’s work centers on project development and financing mandates, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy and infrastructure projects across North and South America, as well as Sub-Saharan Africa.

Principaux dossiers


Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance’s stands out for its strong expertise in development bank and multilateral financings, both in the US and overseas. Team head Lori Ann Bean acts out of Washington DC and regularly represents export credit agencies, multilateral development institutions, and other governmental and commercial lenders. Houston-based Alexander Leff focuses on renewable energy and infrastructure matters, with particular strength in project finance, tax, and M&A. Gianluca Bacchiocchi joined the firm in March 2025, further strengthening the team’s capabilities.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lori Ann Bean


Autres avocats clés:

Alexander Leff; Peter Hughes; Gianluca Bacchiocchi


Les références

‘Clifford Chance’s Project Finance team has deep demonstrated expertise in the « traditional » as well as « renewable » or « innovative » energy space, and they work both diligently and efficiently with talent available across the globe.’

‘Peter Hughes is both a subject matter expert on traditional and renewable energy project finance deals.’

‘The team we work with is very knowledgeable on applicable subject matters and attentive to our needs and questions. They treat our needs as a priority. Our team is focused on innovative solutions to our issues as they arise.’

Principaux clients

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation


Export-Import Bank of the United States


U.S. Department of Energy


Inter-American Investment Corporation


Proparco – the French development bank


AES Corporation


KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH


Aggreko Energy Transition Solutions


Heelstone Renewable Energy


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised ExxonMobil on multiple carbon capture utilization and sequestration (CCUS) agreements with third-party emitters, including an agreement with Calpine Corporation to transport and permanently store up to 2 million metric tons per annum of carbon dioxide from Calpine’s Baytown Energy Center, a cogeneration facility near Houston, Texas.
  • Advised KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH, MUFG Bank, Ltd., DZ BANK AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank, Export Development Canada, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, The Korea Development Bank, Asset Management One Alternative Investments Ltd, and Nippon Life Insurance Company on the US$800 million project financing of a 374MW solar project and 150MW/600MWh battery storage project located in Riverside County, California.
  • Advising European lenders and a European export credit agency on the financing of a U.S. manufacturing facility critical to the development of a U.S. supply chain for the offshore wind sector.

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Active across the full lifecycle of power-related project financings, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is a trusted adviser to clients navigating complex transactions. The practice is led by Elena Maria Millerman, who operates out of New York; and David Penna, who sits in the Washington DC office. Millerman combines a strong grasp of the commercial frameworks underpinning energy projects with experience across project finance, mezzanine and hybrid financing structures, and Penna is a key advisor to sponsors, lenders, multinational companies and public-sector bodies. Also in New York, Kailash Gupta provides further project development and finance capabilities and has recently been acted on some of the firm's most significant mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Elena Maria Millerman; David Penna


Autres avocats clés:

Christopher Nairn-Kim; Kailash Gupta


Principaux clients

Frontier Infrastructure Holdings


Kiwoom Asset Management


EdgeCore


MUFG


Takanock


Cipher


Middle River Power


Power Transitions


Lambda


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Kiwoom Asset Management Co., Ltd and certain of its affiliates in connection with a comprehensive out-of-court recapitalization of Cricket Valley Energy Center and its affiliates (collectively, “Cricket Valley”).
  • Advised the lenders on a combined $2.1 billion in project financings for the construction of a data center campus located in Frederick County, Maryland.
  • Advised Partners Group on its acquisition of a 1.9-gigawatt portfolio of 11 natural gas power plants in California – comprising nine simple-cycle peaking facilities and two combined-cycle gas turbine plants – from the Avenue Golden Continuation Fund, L.P, as well as the related purchase of Middle River Power, the company that operates the assets.

DLA Piper LLP (US)

Active on both US-projects and complex, cross-border matters, DLA Piper LLP (US) advises lenders, sponsors, and public sector bodies on the financing and operation of energy, infrastructure, and other capital-intensive assets. Joe Stefano leads the team and is frequently involved in transactions supported by export credit agencies, multilateral institutions, and other governmental financing providers. Working across New York and Miami, Robert da Silva Ashley advises on renewable energy and infrastructure financings, including utility-scale wind and solar and distributed generation assets, as well as matters in the hospitality and industrial sectors. In Reston, Mark Whitaker focuses on the sports sector, recently representing Jacksonville Jaguars on the $1.4bn renovation and associated financing of EverBank Stadium.

Responsables de la pratique:

Joe Stefano


Autres avocats clés:

Robert da Silva Ashley; Mark Whitaker


Principaux clients

ASARCO


Jacksonville Jaguars


Carolina Panthers


Washington Commanders


Dragados


Wilmington Trust


StarPlus Energy


Plug Power


Groupo Cox


Turtle Hill Management


KfW Development Bank


Clearway Energy


Quilla Resources


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Jacksonville Jaguars in connection with the USD $1.4 billion renovation and related financing of EverBank Stadium.
  • Advised StarPlus in connection with all aspects of the project development and financing of two electric vehicles (EV) gigafactories in Kokomo, Indiana.
  • Advised Plug Power,a leading provider of hydrogen and fuel cell solutions, focused on building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem to support the global transition to sustainable energy, in connection with a USD$1.66 billion US Department of Energy financing for the development, construction, and ownership of up to six green hydrogen facilities in the US.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Providing end-to-end support across the lifecycle of major projects, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP advises clients from initial bid preparation and qualification through to contract negotiation and drafting, financing, construction, and ongoing operational issues. The practice is led from New York by Tomer Pinkusiewicz, whose work centers on the procurement, development, financing, and disposal of infrastructure-related assets and companies, with notable strength in public-private partnership structures. Anita Girdhari focuses her practice on infrastructure projects, bringing extensive experience across all aspects of public-private partnerships and a wide range of asset classes, including transport, digital infrastructure, and water. Ruben Almaraz is well known for his work on infrastructure development and strategic transactions, advising on public-private partnerships, public procurement processes, construction contracts, and TIFIA loan financings. Toren Murphy advises on project procurement, concession and lease documentation, as well as secondary market acquisitions and divestments of infrastructure assets. All individuals are based in New York.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tomer Pinkusiewicz


Autres avocats clés:

Anita Girdhari; Toren Murphy; Ruben Almaraz


Les références

‘Impressive business acumen.’

‘Tomer Pinkusiewicz and Anita Girdhari are truly complementary in their skills and have an impressive ability to lead complex projects to success.’

‘Highly experienced team with deep sector knowledge, particularly in Public‑Private Partnerships (P3) and in the airport industry. Their work is consistently thorough, technically solid, and reflects many years of experience in these areas.’

Principaux clients

Abertis Infraestructuras


Blueridge Transportation Group


Channelside Water Resources LP


Cintra


Ferrovial


JFK NTO LLC


Macquarie Asset Management


Meridiam Infrastructure North America


NTE Mobility Partners


Puerto Rico Tollroads, LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised JFK NTO LLC (“NTO”), a consortium comprised of Ferrovial, Carlyle, JLC Infrastructure, and Ullico, the developer and operator of the New Terminal One at JFK Airport, in connection with NTO’s issuance of $1.367 billion green bonds.
  • Advised LBCT, the operator of the Long Beach Container Terminal under a preferential assignment agreement (PAA) with the City of Long Beach, in connection with a $1.23 billion recapitalization transaction.
  • Advised International Transportation Service, LLC (ITS), operator of the Piers G and J container terminal in the Port of Long Beach under a long-term preferential assignment agreement (PAA) with the City of Long Beach, in connection with (i) an amendment to the PAA, pursuant to which the term of the PAA was extended and ITS agreed to finance, design and construct certain construction work for the Pier G South Slip Fill, New Wharf at Berth 234, and Backland Development Within the Slip Fill Project, and (ii) the procurement of a construction contractor for the Slip Fill Project.

Holland & Knight

Spanning the full range of energy technologies, Holland & Knight advises on the project financing and development of solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and battery storage ventures. Team head Amish Shah is based in Washington DC, co-head Mark Kalpin splits his time between Boston and Washington DC, and co-head Lara Rios works in both Miami and New York. Shah’s practice centers on delivering tax advice to energy-sector clients, as well as those pursuing environmental, social and governance objectives through clean energy initiatives. Rios is a key advisor to financial institutions, corporate borrowers, private equity sponsors and project developers, regularly structuring complex domestic and cross-border financing and capital markets transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Amish Shah; Mark Kalpin; Lara Rios


Principaux clients

Dimension Energy


EVgo Inc.


Gridmatic, Inc.


Leyline Renewable Capital


Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association


Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT)


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) in establishing program requirements and documentation for a novel state-created fund to make 20-year low interest rate loans for up to 10 GWs of on-demand power generation resources.
  • Advised EVgo Inc. in connection with its $1.25 billion project financing through the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO), the proceeds of which will be used to finance the construction and development of public EV charging stalls.
  • Represented Dimension Energy as borrower in connection with a $150 million borrowing base facility for a portfolio of community solar projects.

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is noted for the breadth of its sector focus and acts for a mix of lenders, equity sponsors, procuring authorities, and subcontractors. The Houston-based David Horner spearheads the practice and has a workload that spans toll roads, high-speed rail projects, renewable energy, and utility systems. The energy offering is led out of Washington DC by Jeff Schroeder and James Head, with the former regularly involved in transactions featuring sophisticated financing structures such as syndicated bank facilities and mezzanine debt. In Miami, Andrej Micovic contributes experience across transportation and energy mandates, and Richmond-based Ryan Pedraza advises public agencies, investors, and lenders on PPP arrangements.

Responsables de la pratique:

David Horner; Jeff Schroeder; James Head


Autres avocats clés:

Andrej Micovic; Ryan Pedraza; Megan McLoughlin


Les références

‘They care. All firms have varying levels of competence, but generally at this level of the game it is difficult to find anyone that stands out. This team however genuinely gives us the feeling that they take the time to understand us, fight to help us, and want to see us as their long term partners. That is rare.’

‘They are always available, and take a solutions-driven approach.’

‘It is all about the people and their ability to be a true partner. Many firms are competent and have the expertise. But the ability to work in an open honest partnership sets them apart.’

Principaux clients

Amtrak


University of Kentucky


Virginia Department of Transportation


Tennessee Department of Transportation


Nevada Department of Transportation and Brightline West


Brightline Trains Florida LLC


Virginia Passenger Rail Authority


Commonwealth of Virginia


Baylor University


Meridiam


Manulife Investment Management Private Markets (US) LLC


Core Tech International (Guam)


Sevana Bioenergy


International Finance Corporation


Morgan Stanley


American Electric Power Company, Inc.


U.S. Department of Energy


Exus NA Holdings LLC


International Finance Corporation


GE Vernova


Development Finance Institute Inc.


Netherlands Development Finance Institution


Development Bank of Jamaica Ltd.


Sagicor Bank Jamaica Limited


Rev-Up Ventures


Core Tech International


Government of Ethiopia


Anzana Electric Group


CIFI Latam, S.A


Providence Advisors Limited


Government of Uzbekistan


Tenaska, Inc.


Competitive Power Ventures, Inc.


Roosevelt Resources, LP. /ER Operating Company


United States International Development Finance Corporation


Andros Renewable Energy


Government of Barbados


Principaux dossiers


  • Represents the University of Kentucky as lead project counsel in its procurement of a greenfield central utility plant project, an approximately $400 million design-build-finance-operate-maintain project financed with availability payments.
  • Representing Competitive Power Ventures, Inc. (“CPV”) as developer’s counsel in the negotiation of certain project contracting matters related to CPV Basin Ranch, a 1,350 MW gas-fired combined cycle generating facility, including contracts for engineering, procurement and construction services and major equipment procurement and services.
  • Advising IFC and the Government of Ethiopia on all aspects of (i) two bidding rounds of PV solar projects, (ii) two utility-scale wind projects that will be based on the Scaling Wind platform, and (iii) the development and financing of an additional utility scale solar project.

King & Spalding

Demonstrating strong engagement with renewables, conventional power, and energy transition assets, King & Spalding regularly supports project sponsors on both greenfield and brownfield finance mandates. New York's Brandon Dalling heads the team and advises financial institutions, industry players, and financial sponsors on leveraged and project finance transactions and energy management arrangements. Working between the Denver and New York offices, Tristan Pelham Webb brings extensive experience advising clients on the construction, development, financing, and acquisition of large-scale energy and infrastructure projects and portfolios, with a notable focus on power assets and transportation infrastructure.

Responsables de la pratique:

Brandon Dalling


Autres avocats clés:

Tristan Pelham Webb


Les références

‘The project finance group at K&S is among the most active practices in the sector, which positions it well to provide perspective on market terms and serve as a value-add partner in executing financings. The team is thorough and is capable of providing commercial input, in addition to legal review.’

‘Brandon Dalling is an excellent legal partner and always available, as needed.’

‘Whether executing on a transaction or answering ad hoc questions, the team is responsive and thoughtful. Through our history working with K&S, they have an excellent understanding of how we think and approach different issues, which allows us to efficiently work together.’

Principaux clients

Atlas Holdings


Axium Infrastructure


Brookfield


Cogentrix Energy


Competitive Power Ventures


JERA Americas


Lotus Infrastructure Partners


LS Power


Macquarie Infrastructure


Quantum Energy Partners


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Quantum Energy Partners and its portfolio company, Cogentrix Power Management, on a $1.25 billion financing, consisting of Term Loan B and revolving facilities, through affiliate Cogentrix Finance HoldCo to support Quantum’s $3 billion acquisition of Cogentrix from Carlyle-managed funds and to advance its strategy to expand gas-fired power generation, renewables, and battery storage, with a focus on delivering clean, reliable, and affordable energy to customers.
  • Advised Macquarie Asset Management (“MAM”) in connection with its approximately 1.725 billion acquisition of a minority stake in D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments, Inc. (DESRI) via a number of MAM-managed funds and a $350 million equity bridge financing of such acquisition, which investment is intended to enable DESRI to continue its growth and enhance its market-leading position.
  • Advised D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments, Inc. (DESRI), an investor in and developer of long-term contracted renewable energy assets in North America, on the project financing of an approximately 400 MWac solar project in Henry County, Missouri (the “Beavertail Project”).

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Complex infrastructure and energy financings form the cornerstone of Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s practice, with the team advising on greenfield and brownfield transactions, including tax equity structures. The group supports clients across the full lifecycle of global infrastructure projects, from fund formation and development through to financing and ongoing operations, spanning renewable and clean energy, logistics, and oil and gas assets. Washington DC-based Rohit Chaudhry is active across project finance, M&A, and restructurings. In New York, Robert Eberhardt concentrates on the North American energy and infrastructure market, with particular emphasis on renewable energy and energy transition matters. Also in Washington DC, Sam Kamyans helps clients structure tax-driven investments and financings for carbon capture, hydrogen, clean fuels, and other energy transition projects. The DC office also includes Roald Nashi, who represents financial sponsors and infrastructure funds on investments in energy and infrastructure assets, advising on structured equity, bank and bond financings, and tax-structured transactions.

Autres avocats clés:

Rohit Chaudhry; Robert Eberhardt; Sam Kamyans; Roald Nashi


Les références

‘The Kirkland Team is a true partner to us. They’ve taken the time to learn our business and understand how an individual deal fits within our corporate structure obligations.’

‘Rohit Chaudhry is the best of the best. He makes us feel like we’re his only client. I have complete confidence that he is always looking to protect our company in ways that other outside lawyers do not.’

Principaux clients

Aypa


Blue Owl Capital


Brookfield


CitySwitch


CQP


Genesee & Wyoming Inc.


Global Infrastructure Management LLC


JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.


KKR


Lancium


Macquarie Asset Management


Metronet


T-Mobile


Oak View Group, LLC


Pavlov Media Inc.


Strategic Venue Partners


Apex Clean Energy


Blackstone Inc.


CBRE Investment Management


Clēnera


ContourGlobal


ENGIE


Kindle Energy


KKR


Morgan Stanley Infrastructure


NextEra


SB Energy


Trinity Gas Storage


Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins advises on a wide range of energy and infrastructure matters, acting as trusted counsel to sponsors, lenders, and government entities on the financing of projects across transportation, digital, and energy infrastructure assets. The practice is led by Jeffrey Greenberg, who operates from both New York and Los Angeles and represents financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and public and private companies across all stages of the development and financing of power projects. Within the New York team, Jason Webber brings deep experience advising on LNG projects, while Matthew Henegar is particularly noted for his work on complex offshore wind developments. Also based in New York, Kelly Cataldo and Chirag Dedania focus on commercial and syndicated loan transactions and private placements, and Guido Liniado advises on transportation infrastructure and renewable and conventional power projects under a range of concession structures, including matters involving governmental entities. Cameron Lyons, another New York-based practitioner, leads financing transactions across the credit markets for energy and infrastructure clients. In Century City, Daniel Sinaiko advises on project development, debt financing, cash and tax equity financings, and M&A. Jonathan Rod retired in 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jeff Greenberg


Autres avocats clés:

Jason Webber; Matthew Henegar; Kelly Cataldo; Guido Liniado; Chirag Dedania; Cameron Lyons; Daniel Sinaiko


Les références

‘The team excels in its ability to deliver large, complex transactions smoothly without fail.’

‘Cameron Lyons is a very commercial attorney who manages many of the largest transactions I have been involved with.’

‘Extremely knowledgeable and commercial oriented, with an incredible speed and quality to evaluate and create legal documents.’

Principaux clients

Alder Midstream, LLC


Avenue Capital


BMO Capital Markets


BrightNight


Cedar LNG Partners LP


CIBC


Competitive Power Ventures, Inc.


ConocoPhillips


Cordelio Power


Credit Agricole Corporation & Investment Bank


Delfin LNG LLC


Divert, Inc.


EIG Global Energy Partners


Energy Capital Partners


First Citizens Bank & Trust Company


Freeport LNG


Global Infrastructure Partners


Golar LNG


Harvestone Low Carbon Partners, LP


Innergex Renewable Energy, Inc.


KeyBank


Lenders to Empire Offshore Wind Project


Lotus Infrastructure Partners


LS Power, LLC


Middle River Power


MUFG Bank


NextDecade Corporation


Onward Energy


OIC


Primergy Solar LLC


RBC Capital Markets, LLC


Republic Services, Inc.


Santander


Scotiabank


Scout Clean Energy


SMBC


Tellurian Inc.


Terra-Gen Power, LLC


The Carlyle Group


Vacuumschmelze


Venture Global LNG


Vitol


WhiteWater Midstream, LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised MUFG Bank and Morgan Stanley on a US$2.6 billion project financing transaction in connection with CoreWeave’s deliverance of data center services under a long-term agreement with OpenAI.
  • Advised Vacuumschmelze on a project financing in connection with a permanent rare-earth magnet manufacturing facility and the first-of-its-kind U.S. permanent magnet manufacturing facility undertaken by Ara Partners and its portfolio company, Vacuumschmelze.
  • Advised the lenders to the Empire Offshore Wind Project on the project financing for an 810 MW offshore wind generating facility located off the coast of Long Island, New York, USA, marking the second major offshore wind farm to achieve financial close in the United States.

Linklaters LLP

Linklaters LLP provides a broad projects offering encompassing development and financing advice, commercial contracts expertise and M&A capability across conventional, renewable and energy transition assets. The team is led from New York by Marius Griskonis, whose practice spans both single-asset mandates and large-scale portfolio transactions. From Washington DC, senior counsel Diana Jeschke provides regulatory advice on matters arising throughout the development, financing, acquisition, and disposal of energy generation and transmission projects and portfolios.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marius Griskonis


Autres avocats clés:

Diana Jeschke


Les références

‘Very experienced and knowledgeable team – helpful industry feedback.’

‘Marius Griskonis is a very knowledgeable and thorough attorney.’

Principaux clients

Advanced Power U.S. Energy Holdings


Avantus


East West Bank


Elia Group SA/NV


Eni Plenitude S.p.A.


Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM)


Kelar S.A.


Korea Trade Insurance Corporation (K-SURE)


LD Celulose International GmbH


LD Celulose S.A.


LD Florestal S.A.


Lenzing Aktiengesellschaft


Mizuho


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Kelar S.A. (the “Borrower”), a Chilean project company jointly owned by Korea Southern Power Company (65%) and Samsung C&T Corporation (35%), on the refinancing of the Borrower’s existing project financing facilities relating to a Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power project in Chile.
  • Advised Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in connection with an US$80m financing to a newly formed subsidiary of Saavi Energía (Saavi).
  • Advising KEXIM, K-SURE and the lender group on the financing for the JV between Hyundai Motor Group and SK On (HSAGP Energy LLC) to build a 35Gwh EV battery manufacturing plant of HSAGP Energy LLC in Georgia.

Mayer Brown

Major PPP mandates remain a consistent feature of Mayer Brown’s work across the Americas, with the firm advising on transactions ranging from civil infrastructure expansion financings to design-build-finance-operate-maintain concessions for transportation projects, alongside energy sector mandates spanning bank and bond financings, grants, and tax equity investments. The infrastructure team is led from Chicago by Joseph Seliga, who advises on mass transit, social infrastructure, wastewater, and convention center infrastructure transactions. Houston-based energy head Robert Goldberg regularly advises on debt and equity financings, including tax equity, for renewable energy projects and portfolios, as well as project M&A and development matters. Energy co-head Elina Coss operates out of New York and focuses on the financing, development, acquisition, and disposition of renewable energy assets, including solar, wind, and geothermal projects. Further depth is provided by Chicago-based Stephanie Wagner, who brings extensive experience in complex government transactions, particularly within the infrastructure sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Joseph Seliga; Robert Goldberg; Elina Coss


Autres avocats clés:

Stephanie Wagner


Les références

‘Mayer Brown’s practice stands out for its disciplined, multidisciplinary approach and its ability to deliver practical, commercially sound legal advice on complex matters.’

‘The firm draws on lawyers across practice areas and jurisdictions to assemble teams aligned to the scope and realities of each project, ensuring advice is informed by regulatory, operational, and business considerations.’

‘A core strength of the practice is its depth of industry knowledge and focus on workable, timely solutions. Clients benefit from experienced partner involvement, clear communication, and guidance grounded in an understanding of how legal issues play out in real-world settings.’

‘Mayer Brown approaches its client relationships with a long-term perspective, prioritizing a strong understanding of clients’ organizations, constraints, and objectives. This allows the team to anticipate issues, manage risk proactively, and support sound decision-making.’

‘Mayer Brown’s professionals combine deep legal knowledge, practical judgment, and strategic insight. They translate complex issues into actionable, client-focused solutions that reflect operational, regulatory, and commercial realities, often applying innovative approaches to achieve optimal outcomes.’

‘I have particularly valued their responsiveness, clarity, and collaborative mindset. They take the time to understand clients’ objectives, anticipate challenges, and deliver guidance that is both rigorous and implementable.’

‘Mayer Brown stands out for its blend of intellect, experience, client-focused practicality, and innovative problem-solving, making its professionals trusted advisers who deliver reliable results.’

‘A great team of smart, personable, and responsive professionals. ’

‘Great technical expertise and its ability to manage complex, cross‑border matters efficiently specially in the aviation sector. The team is well‑organised, reliable, and consistent.’

‘Their knowledge of the industry and current transactions and deal structures. They work collaboratively and are focused on getting to yes.’

Principaux clients

SR 400 Peach Partners, LLP


Virgin Islands Port Authority


The Dow Chemical Company


University of Michigan


KPMG (Michigan Department of Transportation)


Gateway Development Commission


Morgan Stanley


ACS and Glydways


Queensland Investment Corporation (“QIC”)


Alabama Department of Transportation


JERA Nex Americas LLC


TC Energy Corporation


RWE Clean Energy, LLC


Longroad Energy Partners


Leeward Renewable Energy


General Motors


TransGrid Energy


Diamond Generating Corporation


Sunpin Solar


ACS Infrastructure Development Inc.


Nomura


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented the Gateway Development Commission (“GDC”) on its multi-billion dollar program to construct and rehabilitate rail infrastructure assets along the Northeast Corridor, including advising on all aspects of the construction procurement and financing.
  • Represented Morgan Stanley as lead underwriter on multiple tax-exempt and taxable financings, totalling approximately $7.5 billion, to support the development of Brightline Florida, a privately developed passenger rail network.
  • Represented affiliates of Longroad Energy Partners in securing a construction loan and letter of credit facility that converts to a term loan and a tax equity bridge loan for the financing of the 111 MW solar and 340 MWh energy storage Sun Pond Project in Maricopa County, Arizona.

McGuireWoods LLP

Drawing on extensive experience in the power sector, McGuireWoods LLP is noted for its work on offshore energy projects, particularly offshore wind, supporting clients across the development lifecycle, including corporate structuring, project development and permitting, alongside complex tax and environmental considerations. The practice is led by a group of five lawyers across multiple offices: Brian Kelly in Baltimore, Jonathan Blank in Charlottesville, Michael Woodard and Brennen Keene in Richmond, and Durham McCormick in Houston. Kelly brings notable experience in structuring and negotiating project development and offtake arrangements, while Chicago-based Timothy Callahan advises owners, manufacturers, and contractors on the development, financing, acquisition, and disposal of energy and infrastructure assets.

Responsables de la pratique:

Brian Kelly; Jonathan Blank; Michael Woodard; Brennen Keene; Durham McCormick


Autres avocats clés:

Timothy Callahan


Les références

‘They are best in class when it comes to PF and M&A within the energy and infrastructure sectors. They understand the fine line between advisory and documenting the legal terms necessary to close.’

Principaux clients

Sol Systems


Dominion Energy, Inc.


LS Power


Principaux dossiers


  • Served as lead counsel to Sol Systems in the $345 million financing of the historic Tilden Solar project, a 182-megawatt solar facility in Randolph County, Illinois.
  • Represents Dominion Energy on contracts with an aggregate value, to date, of approximately $7 billion to construct a 2.6-gigawatt Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW-C) commercial project, which will be the largest offshore wind-generating facility in the United States, as well as providing representation with its Nov. 5, 2021, application to the Virginia State Corporation Commission for approval of the CVOW-C project.
  • Advised Dominion Energy in a joint development agreement with a Devens, Massachusetts-based fusion company for a multibillion-dollar, 400 MW grid-scale fusion plant in Chesterfield County, Virginia.

Milbank

Covering a wide spectrum of projects, Milbank advises a diverse client base on mandates spanning conventional and renewable energy assets, mining and minerals, and digital infrastructure, whilst demonstrating particular strength overseeing transportation-related mandates like roads, highways and maritime projects. The practice is jointly led from New York by Dan Michalchuk and Daniel Bartfeld. Michalchuk brings experience across multiple sectors, including renewable energy, conventional power, midstream oil and gas, and both digital and traditional infrastructure. Bartfeld concentrates on representing financial institutions, investment firms, and developers on a broad mix of digital infrastructure and oil and gas matters, with work spanning the US, Latin America, and other global markets. Bill Bice is another key partner, focusing on the development, financing, acquisition, disposal, and restructuring of power generation and transmission projects. Jeffrey Leider frequently acts for developers and private equity funds active in the energy and infrastructure space. Also based in New York, Sean O’Neill advises project sponsors on domestic and cross-border financings and investment transactions across a range of industrial sectors, including logistics infrastructure, water, digital infrastructure, and mining.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dan Bartfeld; Daniel Michalchuk


Autres avocats clés:

Bill Bice; Jeffrey Leider; Sean O’Neill


Les références

‘Milbank is intimately familiar with the Project Finance market dynamics, the financial institutions, and the sponsors. They have built a top-tier franchise that is difficult to match.’

‘Their partners are top-notch and supported by strong associates.’

‘Dan Bartfeld has been an invaluable resource. Daniel Michalchuk is also an extraordinary attorney. Both take a personal interest in our matters and provide advice rather than assessment. They are proactive partners in our deals, which results in great execution for all involved.’

Principaux clients

Switch, Inc.


Société Générale


JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.


Santander, S.A.


MUFG Bank, Ltd.


Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce


Morgan Stanley Asset Funding


Equinor


United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)


Citigroup


Equinor


LS Power


BNP Paribas;


Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce


Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank


KeyBank National Association


Natixis


Oak Hill Advisors, L.P.


Marathon Asset Management, LP


MUFG


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented the Lenders in connection with the construction financing, back-leverage financing, and letter of credit facility with respect to the approximately 550 MWac photovoltaic solar generating facility and 2,200 MWh battery energy storage system in Maricopa County, Arizona.
  • Represented Equinor in connection with the debt financing of an offshore wind generating facility with a nameplate capacity of approximately 810 MW, consisting of 54 15 MW wind turbines to be constructed in federal waters off the coast of Long Island, New York, and the onshore substation and cable transmission to be constructed in Brooklyn, New York.
  • Represented Oak Hill in connection with arranging the out-of-court restructuring and recapitalization of the Cricket Valley Energy Center, a 1,171 MW natural gas power generation facility in Dutchess County, New York.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is well-placed to handle complex M&A, investment and financing transactions in the projects space, regularly advising on deals involving intricate tax and equity structuring. Leadership of the practice is shared between Chicago-based Elizabeth Hanigan and Washington DC’s Stephen Spina, with Hanigan advising on the project finance and development aspects of energy and infrastructure projects, including ESG considerations, while Boston-based Amy Maloney brings development, construction, and debt and equity financing expertise across a range of energy and infrastructure assets.

Responsables de la pratique:

Elizabeth Hanigan; Stephen Spina


Autres avocats clés:

Amy Maloney


Principaux dossiers


Nixon Peabody LLP

A broad public finance capability underpins Nixon Peabody LLP’s PPP practice, with the team active across projects involving transport, education, media and entertainment, and logistics assets. Team head Virginia Wong represents both issuers and underwriters in a wide spectrum of public offerings and private placements, with particular strength in project bonds, securitizations, and tax-exempt revenue bond financings. Co-head Katherine Baynes similarly advises government authorities, issuers, and underwriters on project financings, with asset engagement that spans stadiums and entertainment venues, chemical and fertilizer manufacturing facilities, and hospitals and healthcare centers. Both Wong and Baynes act out of New York.

Responsables de la pratique:

Virginia Wong; Katherine Baynes


Les références

‘The team has a unique understanding of the intersection of project finance and public finance. Working with them is always a pleasure.’

‘They’re very accessible and knowledgeable about both the matter and the greater context.’

‘The team has strong expertise in all areas with the depth required to move quickly and meet tight schedules.’

Principaux clients

Glydways


Rhode Island Public Transit Authority


Cintra


Morgan Stanley


JP Morgan


Vantage Airport Group


Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority


Tikehau Star Infra


CW Matthews


RBC Capital Markets


Principaux dossiers


  • Serving as lenders counsel to shortlisted bidding team (Cintra, Transurban, Tikehau Star Infra JV) on the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)’s $1.2 Billion I-285 East Express Lanes P3 Project, as well as the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT)’s $2 Billion I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes (Nashville-Murfreesboro) P3.
  • Serving as counsel to the City of Los Angeles in connection with the $2.1 Billion LA Convention Center Expansion Project.
  • Acted as underwriter’s counsel to Citibank and Bank of America in the bond financing of the New York Transportation Development Corporation’s US $5.91 billion green bond issuance for JFK International Airport’s Terminal One redevelopment project in New York City.

Norton Rose Fulbright

Praised for its 'consistent industry knowledge and practical application', Norton Rose Fulbright boasts a strong project finance offering spanning both energy and infrastructure. Leadership on the energy side sits with Washington DC-based Keith Martin and New York’s Ben Koenigsberg, with the former focusing on the tax dimensions of project finance, and the latter on financings, hedge transactions, and acquisitions tied to power and natural gas assets. Infrastructure work is led by Douglas Fried and Douglas B. Buchanan KC in New York, who advise on major developments, financings, PPPs and asset privatizations, with Buchanan also bringing M&A expertise across infrastructure, natural resources and power generation, alongside Los Angeles-based Patrick Harder, who advises public agencies on public works contracts spanning highways, bridges and tunnels. New York's Todd Alexander and Noam Ayali provide further project finance, debt finance, and M&A capabilities, while Deanne Barrow, a key partner based in Los Angeles, has recently been active on energy storage, carbon capture and clean hydrogen ventures.

Responsables de la pratique:

Douglas Fried; Patrick Harder; Douglas B. Buchanan KC; Keith Martin; Ben Koenigsberg


Autres avocats clés:

Deanne Barrow; Noam Ayali; Todd Alexander


Les références

‘Consistent industry knowledge and practical application.’

‘Market experience and quality contributions.’

Principaux clients

Acciona Construction USA Corp.


Flatiron Dragados Constructors, Inc.


University of California


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey


United States Environmental Protection Agency


US Department of Transportation


Landmark Development Services Company


Aecon


Star America


Honeywell


JLC Infrastructure


US Department of Commerce


Jupiter Power LLC


Mitsubishi Power Americas


Sempra


Nomura Securities International, Inc.


Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation


The AES Corporation


MUFG


Société Générale


Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce


Mizuho


New York Power Authority


Avangrid Inc.


Invenergy


Eolian, L.P.


Tenaska, Inc.


JERA Americas Inc.


GridStor, LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented FlatironDragados and Acciona as the construction joint venture for the successful proponent in connection with the procurement and award of the SR 400 Express Lanes Project in Atlanta, Georgia procured by the Georgia Department of Transportation.
  • Advised the University of California, the public owner, on a progressive PPP transaction to develop a 300,000-gsf clinical and life sciences building near UCSF’s Mission Bay Hospital campus site, including an oncology treatment facility with proton beam therapy, incubator laboratories to facilitate innovations in life sciences, and multi-specialty clinical space.
  • Represented rPlus Energies, as sponsor, on the tax equity and debt financings for a 400-MW solar PV facility with 400-MW/1,600-MWh of battery storage in Emery County, Utah.

Nossaman LLP

Public-private partnerships form a significant component of the projects offering at Nossaman LLP, with the team advising on matters spanning the full lifecycle of development and implementation across the US. The group is led by New York-based Elizabeth Cousins, whose practice is frequently sought out by state agencies requiring sophisticated financing, procurement, and development expertise. Transport infrastructure work features prominently, with the team regularly involved in airport projects, highways, and bridge developments. Yukiko Kojima primarily represents public agencies on P3 and design-build procurements, while also advising private-sector participants on selected mandates. Procurement and contracting matters are handled by Andrée Blais, with Brandon Davis serving as another key advisor to public agencies. Unless otherwise stated, all named lawyers are based in the Los Angeles office.

Responsables de la pratique:

Elizabeth Cousins


Autres avocats clés:

Andrée Blais; Brandon Davis; Yukiko Kojima


Principaux clients

State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA)


Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel District


Colorado Transportation Investment Office


Riverside County Transportation Commission


Santa Clara Valley Water District


City of San Antonio


Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority


City of Los Angeles/Los Angeles World Airports


New York City Department of Transportation


Maryland Department of Transportation


Maryland Transit Administration


Indiana Finance Authority


Indiana Department Of Transportation


City of Inglewood


Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority


San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency


O'Melveny

Large-scale transport and social infrastructure projects are a cornerstone feature of O'Melveny’s project finance practice, with the team particularly active on complex, high-value PPP transactions. The infrastructure group is led from Los Angeles by Elizabeth Dubeck, Eric Richards, and Denise Raytis. Dubeck is seen representing the State of Hawaii in the PPP-driven redevelopment of Aloha Stadium, the state’s principal sports and entertainment venue, which includes the construction of a new stadium and the development of approximately 2.5 million square feet of surrounding real estate. Transportation mandates are a key focus for Richards, whose experience covers airports, seaports, rail, and surface transport projects. Raytis contributes expertise in US securities law, securitizations, and M&A matters. Energy work is overseen by Los Angeles-based Jeff Hoffner, who advises companies engaged in the acquisition, development, construction, and financing of energy assets, with a particular emphasis on renewable projects in the US and internationally.

Responsables de la pratique:

Elizabeth Dubeck; Jeff Hoffner; Eric Richards; Denise Raytis


Autres avocats clés:

Harout Dimijian


Les références

‘O’Melveny has a top notch Infrastructure and PPP team. They are a fantastic firm in this space and the attorneys are outstanding. They are incredibly smart, collaborative, and responsive.’

‘My primary contacts at O’Melveny are Denise Raytis and Harout Dimijian. Denise and Harout are both outstanding attorneys. They are incredibly smart, responsive, collaborative, and have great judgment. Denise and Harout are « go-to » attorneys for me whenever I’m working on a complex or challenging financing.’

‘Very strong aviation-related industry knowledge.’

Principaux clients

CS Energy


Satoshi Energy


Occidental Petroleum


INEOS


JFK Millennium Partners, LLC


LaGuardia Gateway Partners


Puerto Rico Public-Private Partnership Authority


State of Hawaii


Metrolink


Avports LLC


Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority


Vantage Airport Group


LAX Community Partners, LLC


Groupe ADP


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing JFK Millennium Partners, LLC (JMP), a consortium consisting of Vantage Airport Group, JetBlue Airways, American Triple I, and RXR Realty, in its development and operation of a new US$4.2 billion passenger terminal at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
  • Advised the bitcoin mining company Satoshi Energy on two commercial agreements to co-locate data centers directly with operating wind farms in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market.
  • Representing the State of Hawaii in connection with the redevelopment of Aloha Stadium – the State of Hawaii’s premier sports and entertainment facility – through a PPP process, including the construction of a new stadium and the development of 2.5 million square feet of mixed-use facilities adjacent to the stadium.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe operates across a wide range of technologies, advising a diverse client base that includes independent power producers, global sponsors, private equity investors, and electric cooperatives. The team is experienced in design-build arrangements, operations and maintenance issues, and complex interface matters, with capabilities spanning all major categories of infrastructure projects. In Washington DC, team head Kyle Drefke is noted for his work representing consumer-owned electric utilities, while co-head John Eliason regularly advises leading developers, sponsors, investors, and lenders on federal and state-level tax-incentivized renewable and alternative energy transactions. San Francisco-based co-head Louise Gibbons is well regarded for her project finance and tax equity practice, with a particular focus on tax credit transfers and joint ventures supporting large-scale renewable and energy transition projects. In New York, co-head Young Lee advises both private sector clients and public agencies on greenfield and brownfield infrastructure developments. Additional leadership support comes from Houston’s Dahl Thompson and Seattle-based Teresa Hill. Among the wider team, Victoria Boyne brings broad experience across project development, procurement, complex debt and tax equity financings, and related M&A work. Adam Griffin advises sponsors, lenders, financial institutions, and private equity investors on securing debt and equity financing for major renewable projects in the US and internationally. Matthew Neuringer continues to act for developers, financiers, and owners on P3 and alternative delivery mandates, covering asset classes such as utilities, road and rail, and social infrastructure. Boyne, Griffin, and Neuringer are all based in the New York office. Dan Shapiro joined the team in New York in April 2026, from Winston Taylor.

Responsables de la pratique:

Young Lee; Teresa Hill; John Eliason; Louise Gibbons; Dahl Thompson; Kyle Drefke


Autres avocats clés:

Victoria Boyne; Adam Griffin; Matthew Neuringer; Dan Shapiro


Les références

‘Broad experience in tax equity financing. Good depth in the partners/associates assigned to a transaction. Excellent interaction between the various subject matter experts is necessary for these financings.’

‘True subject matter expertise – I never question whether the Orrick team knows every aspect of the projects they work on for us. I feel like we are being guided with a smart and capable hand. ’

‘Adam Griffin avoids acting like an alarmist when he is presented with a problem or a challenge. He is the kind of partner you want serving as the captain of your ship in rough waters.’

Principaux clients

New York City Department of Design and Construction


Gateway Development Commission


Novant Health


Dormitory Authority of the State of New York


Alice Walton Foundation


New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust


Aecon


Tikehau Star Infra


State University Construction Fund


Macquarie


Shikun & Binui


Transurban


Plenary


Halmar


NORESCO


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey


New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority


Ardian Infrastructure


Aecon International


New York City Department of Environmental Protection


New York City Department of Administrative Services


abrdn


VINCI


IFM Investors


Aypa Power


Intersect


Tennessee Valley Authority


New York Power Authority


Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia


Flatiron Energy Capital


Alpha Omega Power


ENGIE North America


Oglethorpe Power Corporation


Peregrine Energy Solutions


Strata Clean Energy


esVolta


Catalyze Holdings


Sunraycer Renewables


Clearway Energy


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Gateway Development Commission in connection with the $16 billion Hudson River Tunnel Replacement Project, which includes building a commuter rail corridor along the Northeast Corridor between New York and New Jersey, building new rail bridges in the New Jersey Meadowlands, and digging new tunnels under the Hudson River Palisades and the Hudson River.
  • Advised Novant Health, Inc. on entering into a $855 million 30-year energy as a service (EaaS) agreement with ENFRA to expand the energy capacity and improve the energy efficiency of 19 hospitals and related facilities in North and South Carolina, financed through $789 million in tax-exempt and $85 million in taxable bonds, the largest tax-exempt EaaS financing to date.
  • Advised Sunraycer on a project financing facility with MUFG Bank, Ltd., Nomura Securities International, Inc., and Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale (Nord/LB) for the 143 MWac solar + 75 MWac BESS Gaia and 97.5 MWac solar + 50 MWac BESS Midpoint in Texas.

Paul Hastings LLP

Paul Hastings LLP provides full lifecycle support to developers, sponsors, investors, and lenders active in the energy and infrastructure space. The practice is active across utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, and thermal generation, with regular involvement in sophisticated debt and equity financings, M&A transactions, and joint ventures. Based in New York, the practice is overseen by Robert Freedman and Gregory Tan. Freedman’s work centers on the energy sector, where he advises on financings and project development, alongside asset purchases and sales and related restructuring matters. Tan represents both sponsors and lenders, with a client roster that includes leading financial institutions, investment funds, corporates, as well as regional development banks and multilateral bodies.

Responsables de la pratique:

Robert Freedman; Gregory Tan


Les références

‘Very easy to work with, and they take a very understanding approach to relationships and client management.’

‘They are one of the few teams that think outside of the box to come up with new solutions or new angles to look at, ensuring we have a fulsome view before deciding how to move forward.’

‘Great quality of work. Very knowledgeable in infrastructure and extremely practical and business-oriented.’

‘They are extremely knowledgeable and aligned with the sponsor’s needs. I really enjoy working with PH, in particular with Greg Tan, one of the best partners in infra I have worked with.

Principaux clients

SMBC


Societe Generale


Natixis


JPMorgan Chase


BMO Capital Markets


Credit Agricole


ING Capital LLC


BNP Paribas


Indiana Toll Road Concession Company


SMBC


Societe Generale


Natixis


JPMorgan Chase


BMO Capital Markets


Credit Agricole


ING Capital LLC


BNP Paribas


Indiana Toll Road Concession Company


Jeffries


CIBC


Mizuho


Crédit Agricole Corporate


SMBC


SAFFIRE Renewables


MUFG


BNP Paribas


BP Products North America


Algonquin Power


Buckeye Partners


Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure


Crusoe Energy


Rabobank


Truist Bank


Principaux dossiers


Sheppard

Sheppard supports company founders, project developers, financiers, utilities and infrastructure investors on a wide range of issues. The team is led by three partners: Benjamin Huffman in Chicago, alongside Anthony Toranto in Del Mar and Kathryn Shurin in Houston. Toranto advises sponsors, creditors and investors on corporate and transactional matters including capital raising, acquisitions, financings and leasing arrangements. Katherine Gillespie, in Chicago, acts for sponsors and financing parties on the financing, development and acquisition of renewable energy projects, while

Responsables de la pratique:

Benjamin Huffman; Anthony Toranto; Kathryn Shurin


Autres avocats clés:

Katherine Gillespie


Les références

‘They are responsive and turnaround work product subject to urgent deadlines. They are always available and have technical expertise of the relevant markets, which is unmatched.’

Principaux clients

174 Power Global


Accelerate Investment Partners


AES Clean Energy Development, LLC


ALLETE Clean Energy, Inc.


Alluvial Power


Akuo Energy USA Inc.


Amalgamated Bank


Ampliform


Arevon Energy, Inc.


Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC


Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure, L.P.


Avangrid, Inc.


Aypa Power LLC


The Blackstone Group


Blue Ocean Ventures Partners LLC


Brookfield Power U.S. Asset Management LLC


California Wind Energy Association


Capital Power Corporation


Cardinal Renewables


Circle Power Renewables


Citadel Energy Marketing, LLC


Clearway Energy Group


Clēnera, LLC


ConnectGen Operating LLC


Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners


Cordelio Power


Cubico Sustainable Investments


Cypress Creek Renewables


D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments


Dimension RE LLC


Eastern Generation, LLC


EDF Power Solutions, Inc.


EDP Renewables North America


Ellomay


Enel


ENGIE North America Inc.


Eni S.p.A.


Enyo Renewable Energy


Eolian, L.P.


Eolus North America, Inc.


Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farmer Mac)


Fifth Third Bank


Gore Street Capital


Greenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation


Green Hydrogen Coalition


Greenvolt Power Renewables, LLC


GSF Atlantic Limited


Guzman Energy, LLC


Habitat Energy USA


Hannon Armstrong Capital, Inc.


Hanwha Q Cells


Hecate Energy LLC


Hitachi Energy USA Inc.


IOWN Renewable Energy Inc.


Invenergy


Jaton LLC


Jupiter Power LLC


LATAM Power, Inc.


Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC


Longroad Energy Holdings, LLC


Lotus Infrastructure Partners (formally Starwood Energy Group)


M&T Bank


Minnesota Power


Nautilus Solar Energy LLC


Naturgy Candela DevCo LLC


Naturgy Renewables USA Corp.


Nexamp Inc.


NextEra Energy Resources, LLC


NRG Energy, Inc.


Opal Fuels


Open Road Renewables


Oriden Power (a Mitsubishi Power venture)


Ormat Technologies Inc.


Pattern Energy


Peninsula Clean Energy


Photosol US


Pivot Power


Plus Power LLC


Potentia Renewables Inc.


Ranger Power


RC Energy


Renantis (formally Falck Renewables)


Rosemawr Capital


RWE Renewables America, LLC


Sky Global Partners


SolAmerica Energy Holdings, LLC


South Africa Mainstream Renewable Power Developments


SPG Solar Inc.


Strata Clean Energy, LLC


Sunrun Inc.


Tenaska


Terra-Gen LLC


Total


Time Equities Inc.


United Renewable Energy, LLC


United States Solar Corporation


University of California


UPC Power Solutions


UpStream Clean Energy


U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance


Vantage Data Centers


Vesper Energy


V-Grid Energy Systems


V-ridium Oak Creek Renewables, LLC


Wastefuel Global LLC


Waste Management


Wells Fargo


West Frasier Timber Co. Ltd


Wind Wall Development LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Arevon in developing and financing two major battery energy storage projects in San Diego, advised on all aspects of development, including transactional, land use, regulatory, environmental permitting, title, survey, and compliance matters, and played a key role in securing necessary permits, rights, and agreements with local agencies and stakeholders.
  • Represented Invenergy in a series of financings totaling over $1 billion which included a construction to term loan, tax credit bridge loan and letter of credit issuance financing facility for the 450 MW (ac) Chalk Bluff solar power generation facility under construction in St. Francis County, Arkansas.

Sidley Austin LLP

Active across the global energy market, Sidley Austin LLP regularly supports clients on the financing, development, acquisition, and disposal of utility-scale energy projects, with additional strength in emerging and innovative transaction structures. Leadership of the practice is shared between three senior partners: Houston-based Cliff Vrielink, Kenneth Irvin in Washington DC, and New York partner Tara Higgins. Higgins advises a broad mix of developers, lenders, multilateral institutions, and private equity investors on matters involving conventional power, hydroelectric, solar, and wind assets. In Los Angeles, Andrea Wang Lucan is a key contact for energy project development and finance work, with experience spanning joint ventures, equipment procurement arrangements, and power purchase agreements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Cliff Vrielink; Kenneth Irvin; Tara Higgins


Autres avocats clés:

Andrea Wang Lucan


Principaux clients

Nexus Renewable Power


NRG Energy, Inc.


RBC Community Investments, LLC


Ørsted Onshore North America


Northern Biogas


Harrison Street


JP Morgan Green Economy Banking


Morgan Stanley Capital Group


American Electric Power and Kentucky Power Company


Vistra Corporation


Invenergy


Primergy Solar, LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Harrison Street, an investment management firm exclusively focused on alternative real assets, in the formation of a renewable-energy focused joint venture with Competitive Power Ventures Group (CPV), an electric power generation development and asset management company.
  • Represented Nuveen, LLC in providing a senior secured term loan facility to a subsidiary of Redaptive, Inc.
  • Represented RBC Community Investments on behalf of a tax equity syndicate making a tax equity investment of more than US$500 million in rPlus’s Green River Energy Center project, a 400 MWac solar photovoltaic facility and 400 MW/1,600 MWh battery energy storage facility located in Emery County, Utah.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Work at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP spans the full breadth of the project finance market, with the team advising participants on every side of transactions involving conventional power generation, electricity transmission, data centers, and renewable and alternative energy projects, across both utility-scale and community-level developments. Oversight of the practice is shared between Houston-based Breen Haire and New York’s Eli Hunt. Operating between Los Angeles and New York, Javad Asghari concentrates on project development and finance, alongside M&A involving energy and infrastructure assets. In Houston, Matthew Einbinder advises borrowers and lenders on sophisticated banking and credit facilities, while New York’s Sonia Lopez is a regular advisor to private equity sponsors and strategic investors on acquisitions, joint ventures, and broader corporate matters across the sector. Further strengthening the Houston bench, Erland Modesto and Brandon Barton have been active representing lenders on wind, solar, and battery storage projects across the US.

Responsables de la pratique:

Eli Hunt; Breen Haire


Autres avocats clés:

Javad Asghari; Matthew Einbinder; Sonia Lopez; Erland Modesto; Brandon Barton


Principaux clients

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp.


ArcLight Capital Partners


American Electric Power, Inc.


Avnos


Bank of America


BlackRock


Blackstone


Bridgepoint Group


Brookfield


Capital Power


CBRE Acquisition


CIM Group


Citibank


ContourGlobal


Crédit Agricole


DataBank


DC Blox


DigitalBridge


EIGEnergy Capital Partners


Enverus


EQT


EVgo Inc.


First Reserve


Global Infrastructure Partners


Goldman Sachs


Greenvolt


Hecate Grid, LLCIFM Investors


IFM Net Zero Infrastructure Fund


Ingeniería Estrella


InvenergyITC Holdings Corp.


John Laing


JPMorgan Chase Bank


Jupiter Power


Keybank National Association


Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.


Korea Electric Power Corporation


LS Power


PPL Corporation


Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets


Morgan Stanley


Michigan Electric Transmission Company


MUFG


Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd.


NextEra Energy Resources


Novva Data Centers


NTTRaízen


Scala Data Centers


SIBA Energy Corporation


Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners L.P.


Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation


Summit Partners Credit Advisors


SummitIG


SunPower Corporation


Terra-Gen LLC


Vantage Data Centers


Vanguard Renewables


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Blackstone and the buyer consortium formed with the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board in connection with the acquisition and related financing of AirTrunk, for an implied enterprise value of A$24 billion and refinancing of AirTrunk’s greenfield and operational assets in Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore.
  • Representated the lenders in NextEra Energy’s project financings of several wind farms and operating and newly-built solar and storage projects in multiple states across the United States.
  • Represented the affiliates of Holloway Group in the project development, project financing and joint venture arrangements relating to the (i) greenfield ‘Lost Hills’ automotive shredder residue (“ASR”) metals and plastics recycling facility and (ii) arrangements for its co-located cogeneration power generation facilities located in Bakersfield, California.

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Handling a wide range of sophisticated energy and infrastructure mandates, the project finance group at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is active across conventional power generation, upstream oil and gas, and petrochemicals, as well as mining, metals, and transport-related assets. Matters are often delivered through a coordinated, multi-practice and multi-jurisdictional approach, supporting sponsors, financial institutions, investment funds, and public-sector bodies operating in key energy markets globally. Team head Aryan Moniri advises tax equity investment funds and has notable experience structuring inverted lease and flip tax equity financing arrangements. In Houston, Sean Shimamoto is a key name for work relating to the qualification and monetization of energy-focused tax credits.

Responsables de la pratique:

Aryan Moniri


Autres avocats clés:

Sean Shimamoto


Principaux clients

BCE, Inc.


Brookfield Renewable


Clean Path New York


Intel Corporation


Linea Energy


Novia Scotia Power


Pattern Energy


Pure Lithium


Ripple Labs


Urban Grid


Principaux dossiers


Squire Patton Boggs

Squire Patton Boggs advises major project sponsors, financial advisers, investment and commercial banks, and government agencies on debt and project finance mandates. The team is led by three partners: Jim Schneider in Miami, alongside Alvaro Mestre and Kevin Levey in Washington DC. Schneider brings significant experience advising on syndicated and single-lender credit facilities and private placements, with a particular focus on drafting and negotiating financing agreements across a range of debt structures.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jim Schneider; Alvaro Mestre; Kevin Levey


Principaux clients

LongPath Technologies


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented LongPath Technologies as sponsor in the formation of a special purpose entity borrower, the negotiation of key project documents, and the structuring and negotiation of a conditional commitment from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office (LPO).

Steptoe LLP

Regularly acting for sponsors, developers, tax equity investors and public-sector bodies, Steptoe LLP maintains a strong profile in the energy and infrastructure space. Leadership of the team is shared between Washington DC-based Daniel Mullen and Timothy Moran, together with New York partner Philip Corsello. Moran is particularly active on solar developments and both onshore and offshore wind projects. Corsello, meanwhile, draws on extensive experience advising on project construction and mini-perm financings, build–transfer structures and transactions aligned with green loan principles. Also in Washington DC, Bradford McCormick is a key partner for strategic domestic and cross-border investments, as well as debt and equity financings and complex contractual arrangements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Daniel Mullen; Timothy Moran; Phil Corsello


Autres avocats clés:

Bradford McCormick


Les références

‘The team is well experienced across a range of different infrastructure industry sectors and loan formats.’

‘The team is efficient and confidently knowledgeable in the project finance market. They understand the underlying risks and mitigants associated with a project, which improves documentation drafting.’

Principaux clients

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking


KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc.


Luma Energy


First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company


Vantage Infrastructure USA Inc.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Natixis, New York Branch as the lenders, as well as the arrangers, agents, issuing banks and sustainability coordinator, in connection with the closing of a $2.5 billion Revolving Credit Facility in favor of Invenergy Renewables Operating I LLC (Invenergy).
  • Counsel to Vantage Infrastructure USA Inc. as arranger and lender in connection with a senior secured financing of FlashParking, Inc.’s, in particular its portfolio and development of electric vehicle charging and parking assets.
  • Counsel to KeyBank Capital Market as an arranger and green loan coordinator, as well as additional arrangers, agents, green loan coordinators and issuing bank in connection with a Green Loan Principles-aligned build-transfer project financing of a 265 MW wind farm.

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP

Clients regularly turn to Troutman Pepper Locke LLP for guidance on solar and wind developments, drawing on the team’s strong track record across the full lifecycle of project development matters. Leadership is shared between Los Angeles-based John Leonti, whose practice spans a broad mix of assets including solar, wind, gas, battery storage, and emerging technologies; and New York office partner Christine Byrnes, who concentrates on renewable energy projects, with particular experience in tax equity partnerships and lease investment structures. Based in Richmond, Anne Loomis is another core member of the group, frequently acting as tax counsel on matters involving electric generation and distribution, as well as gas transmission.

Responsables de la pratique:

John Leonti; Christine Byrnes


Autres avocats clés:

Anne Loomis


Principaux clients

Greenflash Infrastructure LLC


UBS Asset Management (Americas) LLC


Goldman Sachs


Competitive Power Ventures


Huntington National Bank


EDP Renewables North America


NextEra Energy Resources, LLC


Plus Power


Deriva Energy


Serena Energy


M&T Bank


Sabanci Renewables, Inc.


Geronimo Power


Southern Power Company


Wells Fargo Bank, NA


Nightpeak Energy


Stonehenge Capital Company


Sumitomo Corporation of Americas


Engie North America


Energix US, LLC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Greenflash Infrastructure, L.P. (Greenflash), an H.I.G. Capital-backed energy platform, in the closing of an innovative hybrid tax capital and debt financing for a 400 MW / 800 MWh standalone Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) battery storage project.
  • Represented Sumitomo as tax equity investor in Pacifico’s portfolio of solar plus storage projects that consist of 27 MW solar PV and 25 MWh battery storage located in Massachusetts and California.

Vinson & Elkins LLP

Vinson & Elkins LLP is regularly engaged by sponsors, developers, tax equity investors, and lenders on the structuring and negotiation of complex project finance transactions across a broad mix of assets and financing models. From New York, Eamon Nolan frequently represents clients regarding the financing of projects covering renewables, hydrogen, power generation, onshore and offshore oil and gas, as well as telecommunications and transport assets. Los Angeles partner Michael Joyce also advises on a diverse range of projects, including geothermal, biomass, coal, gas-fired, and nuclear developments. Also based in New York, Kaam Sahely acts for investors, developers, and other stakeholders on complex infrastructure investments and projects, while Leila Ravi focuses on domestic and cross-border transactions across multiple industries, with particular strength in the development, acquisition, and restructuring of large-scale energy and infrastructure assets.

Autres avocats clés:

Eamon Nolan; Michael Joyce; Kaam Sahely; Leila Ravi


Principaux dossiers


White & Case LLP

Coverage at White & Case LLP extends across the full life cycle of public-private partnership projects, from early-stage development through financing and subsequent refinancings. The practice is led out of New York by Dolly Mirchandani, who acts for sponsors, infrastructure funds, secondary market investors, and government bodies. Also based in New York, Evelyn Balassiano concentrates on the US PPP market while maintaining a strong Latin America-facing practice, with experience spanning a broad range of infrastructure sectors. Transport-related mandates are a focus for Washington DC’s Armando Rivera Jacobo, who advises on the development, construction, financing, and operation of surface, marine, and aviation projects. New York-based Claire Watson brings further depth across asset classes such as airports, roads, bridges, and water infrastructure. In Miami, Grétel Martínez adds experience in commercial and development bank financings, as well as project bond issuances.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dolly Mirchandani


Autres avocats clés:

Evelyn Balassiano; Armando Rivera Jacobo; Claire Watson; Grétel Martínez


Principaux clients

Bernhard LLC


JPMorgan Chase Bank


McCarthy Holdings


Credit Agricole


ING Capital LLC


KfW IPEX


MUFG Bank


Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation


Société Générale


Vantage Data Centers


ACS Infrastructure Development


Balfour Beatty Investments


ASTM North America


Fluor Corporation


Hochtief PPP Solutions


DIF Capital Partners


Ridgewood Infrastructure


Scotiabank


Transit Wireless


IDB Invest


Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners


Tillman Infrastructure


Basalt Infrastructure


IDE Technologies


Morrison LLC


US Department of Transportation


Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Acting for both borrowers and lenders, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is regularly seen acting on a broad range of financing matters, including single-asset and portfolio project financings, acquisition finance, and public and private bond issuances, as well as other capital markets transactions. Houston-based Archie Fallon leads the team and brings particular strength in advising on platform investments, financings, recapitalisations, and project development work. Operating across the Dallas and New York offices, Eric Pogue supports clients on the development, financing, and acquisition of a variety of asset classes, drawing on experience across M&A, tax equity structures, debt finance, and export credit agency-backed financings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Archie Fallon; Eric Pogue


Principaux dossiers


Winston Taylor

Winston Taylor acts as lead counsel on challenging project mandates, advising sponsors, developers, underwriters, equity investors, and both public and private lenders. The practice is led by New York-based Alan Hoffman and Mike Pikiel, alongside Richard Puttré in Miami and Laurae Rossi in Los Angeles. Hoffman remains active in the sports infrastructure space and recently represented JPMorgan Chase Bank as lead arranger and lender on the financing for Etihad Park, a 25,000-seat soccer stadium under development in Queens. Pikiel advises on a broad range of transactions across infrastructure, transportation, and energy, while Puttré focuses on the development, financing, and acquisition of energy and infrastructure assets across the US and Latin America. Rossi brings experience across renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, geothermal, and storage assets nationwide. Dan Shapiro departed the team in April 2026.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alan Hoffman; Mike Pikiel; Richard Puttré; Laurae Rossi


Principaux clients

AxInfra US LP (Axium Infrastructure)


Barclays Capital Inc.


ING Capital LLC


John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)


JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association


J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC


KeyBanc Capital Markets, Inc.


Kiewit Development Company


Manulife Infrastructure Fund III, L.P.


Manulife Investment Management Private Markets (US) LLC


New York Life Insurance Company


NTE Mobility Partners Segments 3 LLC


One Communications (Guyana) Inc.


Petrogas Group US Inc. (d/b/a Applegreen)


RBC Capital Markets, LLC


CIBC Bank USA


Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (CACIB)


First Citizens Bank & Trust Company


KeyBank National Association


Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale


Societe Generale


MUFG Bank, Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented the underwriters supporting SR 400 Peach Partners LLC in connection with the financing of the US$11B SR-400 Express Lanes Project being procured by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT).
  • Represented JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association (JPMorgan), as lead arranger and as a lender, in connection with a financing for the design, planning, development, and construction of Etihad Park, a professional soccer stadium having a capacity of approximately 25,000 seats, to be built in the New York City borough of Queens. The stadium will be the first soccer-specific stadium in New York City.
  • Represented CIBC with respect to a US$179M construction and term loan to rPlus Energies for the Pleasant Valley Solar 2 Project, a 125 MW solar facility in Ada County, Idaho.