Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP today announced that David McKendrick has joined the Firm’s London office as a Partner in the Energy and Infrastructure Practice.
“Mega-trends, including digitalization and decarbonization, are driving significant investment and deal activity in the infrastructure sector,” said Amy Mahon, Co-Head of Simpson Thacher’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice. “Simpson Thacher is a leading firm advising on these groundbreaking and transformative transactions. David brings a wealth of private practice and in-house experience across the energy and infrastructure sector advising clients on high-profile strategic mandates.”
David advises sponsors, infrastructure investors and corporates on complex transactions across transport, energy and digital infrastructure. His experience spans both private practice and in‑house roles, including serving as Senior Legal Counsel at logistics company Maersk and completing a secondment with energy and commodities company Vitol. He joins from another international law firm.
“David’s experience advising on high‑profile, market‑leading infrastructure M&A transactions will complement our European energy and infrastructure capabilities. He will be an asset to Simpson Thacher, and we welcome him to the Firm,” said European Managing Partner, Wheatly MacNamara.
David’s move to Simpson Thacher follows the hire of energy transition Partner Eleanor Milne, who joined the Firm’s London office in September 2025, and M&A Partner Nick Appleton, who joined in January 2026.
Simpson Thacher’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice advises a broad range of clients, including funds and corporates, through all stages of the investment cycle within the energy and infrastructure sector.
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