A&O Shearman has announced the appointment of two new partners, Paul Astolfi and Katy McNeil, in its energy, natural resources, and infrastructure practice. This strategic hiring move aims to strengthen the firm’s focus on renewable energy and energy transition, aligning with global shifts towards sustainable energy solutions.
Paul Astolfi brings extensive experience advising institutional investors, banks, and debt providers on energy transition, with a particular emphasis on renewable projects. His expertise spans finance, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and cross-border transactions related to renewable energy projects and power plants. Notably, Astolfi has played a lead role in various project bond financings, adding significant value to the firm’s portfolio. More information about his background and career can be found in the firm’s announcement.
Meanwhile, Katy McNeil’s focus will primarily be on domestic renewable energy, particularly in the realm of solar asset-backed securities and structured finance for solar commercial and industrial projects. She advises financial institutions, institutional investors, and developers on key aspects of project finance and the acquisition and divestiture of infrastructure and energy assets.
This dual appointment is seen as a critical expansion of A&O Shearman’s capabilities in handling the complexities of the renewable energy sector, particularly in aligning financial strategies with green initiatives. For more details on the new partners and their roles, readers can visit the original Bloomberg Law article.