Energy transition is a cornerstone of White & Case‘s environment and planning practice. The team is particularly noted for its involvement in major offshore wind projects, both in Australia and internationally. Beyond renewable energy, the group is active across the transport and mining sectors and is recognised for its expertise in land contamination. Practice head Tim Power leads on a variety of high-profile infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Michelle Keen is well-known for her expertise in the renewable energy space. Fiona Curl’s extensive infrastructure knowledge is showcased through her work on the AUD 50 billion Suburban Rail Loop East project.
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Distinctions

La satisfaction du client

Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘Unrivalled expertise in Victorian planning and enviro law. ’

  • ‘Tim Power and Fiona Curl are an absolute powerhouse. Frank is a pragmatic and clever advisor who doesn't shy away from a challenge and who will always look for solutions on very thorny issues.’

  • ‘The W&C Planning and Environment team has great depth from Partner to Associate level, with great experience across the sector to enable the provision of value for money services and ensure that key risks are appropriately covered.' 

  • ‘Michelle Keen brings enormous industry experience to lead a team of quality lawyers. Michelle and her team have sound depth of knowledge on approval pathways and issues to be across.’

  • ‘Quality advice in a dynamic environment with lots of changing laws, regulations and policies.’

  • ‘Tim Power and Fiona Curl make themselves readily available to turn around urgent needs.’

  • ‘The team that worked on our EES process did what was needed to be done, when it was needed to be done and we didn't miss any important deadlines.’

  • ‘The team is highly experienced in guiding renewable energy projects through the planning system in Victoria which includes an independent panel process. Their depth of knowledge and expertise also offers valuable strategic advice.’

Points forts

  • Advising Perdaman Chemicals and Fertilisers assessment and approval of the US$4.2 billion greenfield Karratha Urea Project.
  • Advising Crowley Government Services concerning the development of a fuel storage facility in Northern Territory.
  • Advising the sponsors on the development of Australia's first offshore wind project 'Star of the South'.

Avocats

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

Meilleurs collaborateurs

Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.

Zachary Tyler

Responsable de la pratique

Tim Power

Autres avocats clés

Michelle Keen; Fiona Curl; Kirsty Campbell; Zachary Tyler