Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP‘s New York-based power and renewables practice stands out for its breadth of expertise which spans both public and private M&A, project acquisitions and investments, and project development, alongside joint ventures, project financing, and capital markets transactions. The group has extensive knowledge of conventional and renewable power including utilities, solar, and wind energy, and often advises on electric transmission assets and lithium projects. Alongside its robust offering, the team’s cross-border capabilities have attracted many impressive clients to its roster including energy, investment, and private equity companies. Co-leading the department are Peter Hanlon and Nicholas Politan, both of whom have deep experience assisting on both domestic and cross-border M&A, financing, and restructuring. On the cleantech front, John Gaffney is a key contact in the practice and represents renewable energy companies in divestitures, joint ventures, and capital markets transactions. Other notable names in the group include debt financing expert Darius Mehraban and securities specialist Alan Bannister.