Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe has appointed Rob Warfield as a partner in its Energy and Infrastructure team in New York. Warfield brings extensive experience in energy and infrastructure transactions, including project development, financing, and mergers and acquisitions. His addition aligns with Orrick’s ongoing strategy to enhance its capabilities in the energy sector.
This move follows Orrick’s recent expansion efforts, such as the hiring of environmental advisor Bart Kempf in Washington, D.C., earlier this year. Kempf specializes in federal and state environmental permitting and has a strong background in energy and infrastructure projects. Additionally, in April 2022, the firm welcomed partners Jeff Kayes and Adam Griffin to its Energy & Infrastructure Group in San Francisco and New York, respectively. Both Kayes and Griffin have significant experience in energy and renewables project financings and tax equity transactions. ([orrick.com](https://www.orrick.com/en/News/2025/01/Orrick-Adds-Environmental-Partner-to-Energy-Transactions-Team?utm_source=openai), [orrick.com](https://www.orrick.com/news/2022/04/orrick-bolsters-national-energy-finance-team?utm_source=openai))
Orrick’s strategic hires reflect its commitment to strengthening its position in the energy and infrastructure sectors, aiming to provide comprehensive legal services to clients navigating the evolving energy landscape. Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe has appointed Rob Warfield as a partner in its Energy and Infrastructure team in New York. Warfield brings extensive experience in energy and infrastructure transactions, including project development, financing, and mergers and acquisitions. His addition aligns with Orrick’s ongoing strategy to enhance its capabilities in the energy sector.
This move follows Orrick’s recent expansion efforts, such as the hiring of environmental advisor Bart Kempf in Washington, D.C., earlier this year. Kempf specializes in federal and state environmental permitting and has a strong background in energy and infrastructure projects. Additionally, in April 2022, the firm welcomed partners Jeff Kayes and Adam Griffin to its Energy & Infrastructure Group in San Francisco and New York, respectively. Both Kayes and Griffin have significant experience in energy and renewables project financings and tax equity transactions. ([orrick.com](https://www.orrick.com/en/News/2025/01/Orrick-Adds-Environmental-Partner-to-Energy-Transactions-Team?utm_source=openai), [orrick.com](https://www.orrick.com/news/2022/04/orrick-bolsters-national-energy-finance-team?utm_source=openai))
Orrick’s strategic hires reflect its commitment to strengthening its position in the energy and infrastructure sectors, aiming to provide comprehensive legal services to clients navigating the evolving energy landscape.