Hunton Andrews Kurth—Ayesha Waheed & Seyfi Can Kandemir

Hunton Andrews Kurth is expanding its energy and infrastructure practice in London with the addition of project finance partners Ayesha Waheed and Seyfi Can Kandemir.

Waheed and Kandemir, who join the firm from Morgan Lewis and Bockius LLP, advise clients with projects across the globe, with a particular focus on emerging markets, spanning the infrastructure, LNG, mining, renewable energy and thermal power sectors. 

They frequently represent developers/sponsors, commercial banks, international development finance institutions and export credit agencies, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the International Finance Corporation and the US International Development Finance Corporation. 

‘Ayesha and Can bring considerable experience and depth to our global energy practice, having advised on complex, cross-border projects throughout the world,’ said Jeff Schroeder, head of Hunton Andrews Kurth’s energy and infrastructure team. ‘They are ideal complements to our growing London team and will enhance our ability to deliver innovative solutions to our clients.’

Jamie Head, leader of the firm’s agency finance practice, said: ‘As investment activity in critical infrastructure and energy project developments around the world continues to grow, the need for comprehensive financing solutions remains in high demand. Ayesha and Can’s practice and in particular, their experience with English law governed financings, creates exciting opportunities for collaboration with our market-leading agency finance team.’

Ferdinand Calice, managing partner of the London office, added: ‘We continue to make key, strategic additions in London, underscoring our commitment to providing exceptional service to our energy sector clients and expanding our global reach in regions where demand is strong. We are pleased to welcome Ayesha and Can to the firm.’