Global law firm Clifford Chance has hired Shellka Arora-Cox as a partner in its energy and infrastructure finance team in the U.S. as it further strengthens its renewables and project finance practice.
Joining from Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, Arora-Cox brings experience advising a broad range of clients, including private equity investors, developers, lenders and government institutions on U.S. and international energy and infrastructure projects including structuring deals, assessing project risks and navigating complex financing arrangements like syndicated loans, Islamic finance and government-backed funding.
She has represented both commercial and public entities across the U.S., Latin America and South Asia.
“Shellka brings a unique combination of cross-border energy and infrastructure experience,” Emma Matebalavu, head of global financial markets at Clifford Chance, said. “Her track record in renewable energy project development, project and portfolio M&A, and financing — particularly across the U.S. and international markets — will be instrumental in supporting our global clients and continued growth in the U.S.”
“We are excited to continue the expansion of our energy and infrastructure team here in the U.S.,” Anthony Giustini, senior partner of the firm’s global energy, infrastructure and projects practices of Clifford Chance, said. “Shellka adds additional firepower to our US E&I team for renewable energy project development and financings. Her addition will enhance our ability to deliver comprehensive, high-quality advice to the market.”
“I’m thrilled to be joining Clifford Chance and to contribute as part of a truly global team,” Arora-Cox said. “The firm’s trajectory in the U.S., particularly in energy project finance, presents an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.”
