Key Contacts
Jason Fox , Bracewell ’ s head of international practice , has 35 years of experience as an energy finance lawyer . He focuses on the upstream sector and has advised on over 150 reserve based lending ( RBL ) financings , as well as numerous other financings in the wider energy sector .
Recent ranking publications acknowledged his deep knowledge and understanding of the energy finance sector .
Jason Fox Managing Partner London
“‘ Jason Fox is the godfather of reserve based lending ,’ and is ‘ an icon of the oil and gas banking landscape .’” – Chambers UK 2025
Alistair Calvert helps clients resolves disputes in the energy sector , with a focus on disputes related to oil and gas exploration . He provides advice on the management of legal risk during pre-action negotiations , managing litigation and international arbitration , mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution , including expert determination and early neutral evaluation . Alistair has extensive experience acting on major energy disputes in Africa , Europe and the UK .
Alistair Calvert Partner London
“‘ Alistair Calvert is a very supportive partner to work with . He is straight talking , gives clear advice and is a very strategic thinker .’” – Chambers UK 2025
John Gilbert , co-chair of Bracewell ’ s international arbitration practice , resolves disputes in the energy sector through litigation , arbitration , expert determination and mediation . He advises on a broad range of disputes related to oil and gas exploration and production , the construction and operation of pipelines and the downstream sector . John has particular experience representing clients locked in disputes over gas sales agreements , including price reviews and on the operation of take-or-pay provisions . In addition , he has advised on disputes relating to power generation , both conventional and renewables ..
John Gilbert Partner London
“ John Gilbert is a very commercial litigator who understands the energy sector very closely .” – Chambers UK 2025 bracewell . com