James Orme is a partner in the Global Projects, Energy and Infrastructure Finance Group in Singapore with significant experience advising clients on the financing and development of complex, large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, many of which involve multi-sourced financing arrangements and multiple tiers of debt. He regularly advises financial institutions, private debt providers, sponsors and investment funds at all levels of the capital structure (including senior, second lien and mezzanine) across a variety of sectors, including oil and gas (including LNG), mining, conventional and renewable power and transportation infrastructure. James also has extensive experience in structured and acquisition financings and restructurings.
Singapore
12 Marina Boulevard
Marina Bay Financial Centre #36-03 Tower 3
Singapore, SG 018982
F +65 6428.2500
Recognition & Accomplishments
James is ranked highly by Chambers Asia Pacific for his work in Projects and Infrastructure as well as Banking and Finance in both Singapore and Indonesia, where clients say that he has “a keen eye for detail and an immense amount of transaction experience, which is a potent combination that allows him to deliver exceptional legal advice to clients.” “James Orme is a very impressive operator, he is very commercial and pragmatic.” There is “no problem he couldn't solve. Lots of issues come in and he always finds solutions. He's a great communicator, and very good at handling difficult counterparties in negotiations.” “James’ breadth of experience across sectors and markets gives him an ability to draw from different regions and asset classes to find creative solutions.”
He is named by Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a Next Generation Partner for his work in projects, energy and banking and finance in Singapore. He is also recognized as a Leading Partner for his expertise in Indonesia.
He has co-authored a chapter in “The International Comparative Legal Guide to Project Finance”, an oil and gas chapter in the “International Project Finance Law and Practice” (published by the Oxford University Press) and is recognized as a leading lawyer in the International Who's Who of Project Finance Lawyers.
Education
- Nottingham Law School, L.P.C.
- University of Leeds, LL.B.
Admissions
- New York
- England and Wales
