Baker Botts Expands Mining And Energy Practice With Partner Alhassane Barry In The UAE
Baker Botts appoints Alhassane Barry as Partner and Global Head of Mining and Metals in the UAE.
Baker Botts Expands Mining and Energy Practice with Partner Alhassane Barry in the UAE
The global law firm, Baker Botts L.L.P., a leading international law firm in energy, technology, and life sciences, has appointed Alhassane Barry as Partner and Global Head of Mining and Metals (Non-U.S.) in its Global Projects Department in the UAE. This strategic hire reinforces the firm’s sustained investment in energy, mining, natural resources, and project development and financing across its global platform.
Alhassane Barry brings extensive international experience, having worked in the U.S., Paris, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi in the Global Projects groups of Clifford Chance and Watson Farley & Williams. He is recognized for his expertise in large-scale project development and financing across mining and metals, oil and gas, power, and infrastructure projects in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Chambers Global ranks him as a leading expert in international project development and financing and Energy & Projects (Africa‑Wide).
He advises sponsors, developers, equity investors, traders, public entities, and financiers on complex global projects, with a particular focus on emerging and growth markets. His arrival adds to Baker Botts’ record-setting momentum, which has included 42 new partner hires across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, strengthening the firm’s ability to support cross-border project development and financing.
Danny David, Managing Partner of Baker Botts, commented,
"Alhassane’s arrival reflects our continued commitment to excellence in energy, power, and technology across our global platform. The UAE is a critical hub for international commerce, and Alhassane brings the experience, judgment, and global perspective that strengthen our platform and enhance our ability to execute complex, cross-border matters at the highest level."
Jason Bennett, Chair of Baker Botts’ Global Projects Department, said,
"We are building a focused growth strategy in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, and Alhassane is a critical part of that momentum. His experience in cross-border development and financing of complex energy projects aligns perfectly with the work we are doing for sponsors, investors, public entities, and financial institutions. His addition also unlocks markets in Africa, particularly French-speaking countries and mineral-rich nations such as Guinea."
Alhassane Barry said,
"Baker Botts offers an exceptional global platform and a reputation for handling the most complex project matters. I’m excited to join the firm and look forward to working with clients on transformative projects across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and beyond."
Conclusion
Alhassane Barry’s appointment strengthens Baker Botts’ position as a global leader in energy, mining, and infrastructure projects. With his extensive expertise in cross-border project development and financing, the firm is well-positioned to support clients navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional projects across emerging and established markets. This strategic hire underscores Baker Botts’ commitment to expanding its Middle East platform and delivering exceptional legal solutions across the energy, mining, and natural resources sectors worldwide.
Baker Botts is an international law firm whose lawyers practice throughout a network of offices around the globe. Based on our experience and knowledge of our clients' industries, we are recognized as a leading firm in the energy, technology, and life sciences sectors. Since 1840, we have provided creative and effective legal solutions for our clients while demonstrating an unrelenting commitment to excellence.
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