Drew Baldinger joins as partner in the Houston, US office
Drew Baldinger has joined the energy and infrastructure projects group as a partner in the Houston, US-office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP.
Most recently the US co-chair of the energy practice and vice-chair of the mergers and acquisitions practice at DLA Piper, Baldinger represents energy companies, private equity sponsors and strategic investors in upstream, midstream and downstream M&A and joint venture transactions. He has extensive experience advising clients on offtake, gas supply, transportation and other key contracts in the oil and gas sector.
“Skadden’s energy and transactional practices are among the best in the world, and as the industry becomes increasingly globalized, the firm’s platform and resources will provide key opportunities in international markets,” said Baldinger. “I look forward to working closely again with many colleagues with whom I have long-established relationships.”
Baldinger also advises project developers, private equity firms and portfolio companies on M&A, financing and project development matters relating to conventional and renewable energy technologies, including gas-to-liquids, solar, wind and geothermal generation projects. He regularly negotiates purchase and sale, contribution, joint venture and operating, participation, power purchase, liquid purchase and other offtake agreements. Earlier in his career, Baldinger spent five years as an associate at Skadden.
“We are thrilled to have Drew rejoin the firm,” said Lance Brasher, partner and global head of Skadden’s energy and infrastructure group. “His deep experience handling private equity transactions in the upstream, midstream and renewable energy sectors will be of tremendous value to our clients.”
Eric Otness, partner and head of Skadden’s Houston corporate group, added: “Drew has established himself as a preeminent practitioner in the energy sector, and his robust knowledge will enhance our capabilities in Houston. His team-oriented approach and dedication to client service make him an outstanding fit for our group.”
Baldinger is a graduate of the University of Texas School of Law and the University of Texas.
