What are some of your proudest recent achievements? I am very proud to be part of our US Projects group, which works on marquee-leading transactions in the Americas and, together with our internationally recognized practice, around the globe. Of recent specific matters that I have been part of, I have been fortunate to work on significant transactions in the off-shore wind sector. Our group represents a large share of the renewable energy market and also has leading practices in other markets, including LNG and oil and gas.

What does it mean to be a leader? In my particular area, projects, a good leader spots trends in the field before they actually materialize. At Norton Rose Fulbright, we have assembled a very talented projects group. Heavy-handed, top-down leadership typically isn’t needed or advised. We try to promote entrepreneurial thinking, encouraging members to pursue promising projects and trends where they think the market is heading. Lawyers in the group have the freedom and resources to explore potential opportunities in less developed areas, such as certain regions in Africa and Latin America. Knowing where and when to take risks is a key requirement of successful leadership in this area.