Skip to content
Practice areas

Projects

Delivering optimal outcomes in all aspects of projects

Projects are naturally complex and challenging. They often involve elevated risk, innovative technologies and approaches, and must account for the competing priorities of multiple stakeholders.

We can help you navigate this difficult environment, through our deep-rooted projects experience coupled with our robust understanding of the sectors we operate in. Whether you are looking to develop oil and gas infrastructure, ports, wind farms and other renewables, or other types of infrastructure, we can help you overcome key challenges and achieve your commercial objectives through strategic and business-focused advice.

We understand the intricacies of all types of greenfield and brownfield projects, along with the market trends and best practice approaches in emerging and developed economies. Our global teams are cross-functional in scope and operate seamlessly across borders, covering all phases of development.

From project structuring and corporate set-up to project documentation and commercial contracts, project finance or project-related disputes, we have the team members that can provide value at every stage.

We strive to provide informed perspectives, stemming from our longstanding experience in advising project owners, developers, investors, financiers, contractors, consultants and insurers. We understand the motivations of all stakeholders and can position you for the best possible outcome.
Alistair Mackie
Alistair Mackie
Partner

What the market says

The team has a lot of depth and experience and they’re an excellent sounding board for the more complex matters we deal with. Crucially I find them to have a solid commercial outlook which makes the solutions they come up with workable.

Legal 500 London 2026 – Projects, energy and natural resources: Oil and gas

HFW has a strong energy and renewable capability. They understand the market, the key stakeholders and the technical and legal aspect well. They have strong expertise in offshore wind.

Legal 500 London 2026 – Projects, energy and natural resources: Renewables

All of the HFW lawyers I have worked with have been of a high standard, providing keen, commercially minded advice and marshalling the dispute arena well.

Legal 500 London 2026 – Projects, energy and natural resources: Renewables

HFW provides high quality and pragmatic legal advice based on in depth knowledge of the law and the business. What stands out is the focus on the contractor’s perspective and interests.

Legal 500 London 2026 – Projects, energy and natural resources: Renewables