Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP announced today that Katy Lukaszewski has joined the Firm’s Houston office as a Partner in the Energy and Infrastructure Practice. “As the energy market continues to evolve and clients look for new opportunities in the sector, Katy’s substantial industry experience complements the strength of both the Firm’s Houston office and its global Energy and Infrastructure Practice,” said Alden Millard, Chair of Simpson Thacher’s Executive Committee. “We are pleased to welcome her to Simpson Thacher.” “The Houston office has a strong reputation for its deep energy and infrastructure expertise and best-in-class transactional counsel. Katy is a rising M&A star, and her practice will seamlessly align with the team,” said David Lieberman, Managing Partner of the Houston office. “Katy is an innovative and commercially-minded dealmaker. We know she will be an incredible asset to clients as we continue to advise on matters at the forefront of the energy and infrastructure sectors,” said Breen Haire, Co-Head of the Firm’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice. Katy represents companies and private equity sponsors across a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures, with a focus on upstream oil and gas, as well as consumer products. She is recognized as a leading energy lawyer by Chambers USA. Katy joins Simpson Thacher from another international law firm. “Simpson Thacher has a premier M&A practice, extensive industry experience and a wonderful culture. I’m excited to join this exceptional team, and to advise a great roster of clients on some of their most complex and interesting transactions,” said Katy. Simpson Thacher’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice advises many of the industry’s leading players around the world, ranging from energy and infrastructure companies to financial sponsors, banks and investors active in the sector. Simpson Thacher’s Houston office has extensive experience in exploration and production, midstream, refining and petrochemicals, oil field services, energy transition, renewable energy, utilities and infrastructure. The Firm provides innovative solutions to address clients’ changing needs amidst shifting markets, as well as deep insight into the highly regulated and competitive energy and infrastructure environment. Recognized as a leading energy and infrastructure advisor, Simpson Thacher also guides sophisticated sponsors in the formation of cutting-edge energy and infrastructure funds, and in related investments. For more information, please click here.