Legal Issues in Oil and Gas

The energy industry, like any other has to be fully equipped to successfully overcome the legal impediments arising out of a volatile market. SMi’s Legal Issues in Oil and Gas 2010 will bring together a collection of regulators, in-house counsel and private practice lawyers to provide comprehensive views and solutions needed to mitigate the legal risks surrounding the industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear discussions and network with our renowned international speakers.

Key topics to be addressed: Current legal issues in view of security of gas supply Mergers and acquisitions in a distressed market Resource nationalism: Latest developments, remedies and prevention Effectively identifying and mitigating risks when drafting energy contracts Legal issues in cross border oil and gas pipelines Legal issues in underground gas storage International obligations for decommissioning in oil and gas

Why should you attend this event?

• Gain knowledge of the key legal issues affecting the oil and gas industry
• Mitigate commercial risks to your business objectives while drafting energy contracts
• Analyse the key legal issues surrounding M&A activities in the current marketplace
• Update your knowledge on the latest developments, remedies and prevention mechanisms for resource nationalism
• Understand to comply with the international obligations for decommissioning in oil and gas 

This is an ideal chance to become part of a stimulating conference, designed to create the perfect setting for the exchange of ideas and networking opportunities.  SMi presents focused, business led conferences, tailored to meet the demands of industry.  Make sure the conference provides you with the information and networking you need to succeed.

Hear keynote addresses from:

• Lennart Deridder, Directorate-General for Energy and Transport, European Commission
• Angel Semerdjiev, Chairman, State Energy and Water Regulatory Commission, Bulgaria
  
  

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

Marco Bollini, General Counsel Extra Europe, ENI
Quinten Peer, General Counsel, Gazprom Sakhalin Holdings BV
Gunnar Heiberg, Vice President Legal, International Exploration and Production, Statoil ASA
Peter Hohaus, Head of German and International Energy Law, European Law, Gas Associations EU, E.ON Ruhrgas
David Garland, General Counsel, Dominion Petroleum
Sean Rush, Senior Counsel, Petro Canada  
Juan Ignacio Gonzalez Ruiz, Partner, Uria Menendez 
Dayo Okusami, Partner – Energy & Projects, Templars
Jarle Erik Sandvik, Partner, Wikborg Rein 
Anthony Connerty, Barrister, IDR Group
Dario Arias, Former E&P Lead Counsel, BG Group and Oil and Energy Consultant
Christian Michelet, Partner, Arntzen De Besche 

Who should attend?

• In-house Legal Counsel
• General Counsel
• Chief Legal Officer
• Head of Contracts
• Head of Regulatory Law and Legal Affairs
• Vice President-Corporate Responsibility
• Private Practice Lawyer

Venue details

 

. Crowne Plaza St James London   . 45-51 Buckingham Gate London SW1E 6AF   Tel: +44 (0) 207 834 6655 Fax: +44 (0) 207 6307   www.london.crowneplaza.com

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Crowne Plaza St James London is a traditional deluxe hotel right in the heart of the city, perfectly situated for all your business and leisure needs.  In the heart of Westminster, it is just a stones throw away from Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Victoria Station.

The hotel boasts three excellent restaurants. Bistro 51 with British and European cuisine, the Michelin Starred Indian restaurant Quilon serving south coastal Indian food and Bank Westminster with a modern British menu.

A beautiful, award-winning, courtyard garden surrounds the Victorian buildings of the Crowne Plaza London St James - a peaceful oasis in the centre of London.
 
Nearest train stations:
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes’ walk
• Waterloo Station, 10 minutes by car

Underground stations
• St James’s Park, 5 minutes’ walk (District and Circle lines)
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes' walk (Victoria, District and Circle lines)

From St. James's Park Underground Station to the Hotel

Take the main St James’s Park exit and turn left into Petty France Street.
Continue Straight down for 200 yards and at the end turn left into Buckingham Gate

SMi discounted rates include Continental Breakfast & VAT
£ 205.63 / Standard room / night for single occupancy
£ 229.13 Executive  room / night for single occupancy

Book your accommodation at SMi discounted rates by calling us on +44 (0)870 9090 713, sending a fax to +44 (0)870 9090 714 or emailing hotels@smi-online.co.uk.
 

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