Global law firm Clyde & Co has announced the appointment of Ben James as an energy transactional partner in London, as part of the firm’s increased investment in its energy transition services for clients. Ben will support the firm’s energy transition and carbon markets offering.
He joins from Simmons & Simmons where he established a robust corporate energy practice, mainly in renewables, specialising in private M&A (acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures). He has also developed a practice in the voluntary carbon markets, in carbon financing and offtake arrangements.
Ben has over a decade of experience advising on corporate transactions in the broader energy sector, initially in oil and gas, and subsequently across a range of other energy sub-sectors and most recently specialising in renewable energy in the UK and globally.
Rebecca Armstrong, partner at Clyde & Co, comments: 'As the world races to achieve net zero, the demand for clean energy is driving many governments and players in the energy sector to invest heavily in renewables and the energy transition. This is resulting in increased demand for specialist M&A support. Ben brings this depth of expertise and insight to the firm and to our clients navigating the risks and opportunities in the continuously evolving transition to clean energy.'
Ben James comments: 'I’m excited to join Clyde & Co at a time when renewable energy and energy storage transactions are at the forefront of driving the global transition to a cleaner, greener future. The firm's commitment to supporting clients through complex energy projects and its leading global presence in the renewables space were key factors in my decision to join. The current market presents huge opportunities in renewables and the energy transition, as well as carbon markets, and I look forward to working with such a talented and dedicated team to help our clients achieve their goals.'
