Laura Carelse is an Associate in the Finance and Projects Practice Group. Since starting her articles in 2023, she has rotated in the Projects and Finance, Corporate Commercial and Labour, Employment and Human Rights Practice Groups, gaining valuable commercial experience and insight.
She supports complex project finance transactions and contributes to the firm's work with lenders and sponsors, particularly within the power and energy sectors. She has gained practical experience in assisting the team with transactional matters, and this involvement in renewable energy projects has allowed her to develop a broad understanding of the legal complexities surrounding project development, financing, and stakeholder management.
Her focus includes project finance and regulatory compliance, focusing on key industries such as Energy, Financial Services, and Infrastructure. Her day-to-day involvement encompasses conducting due diligence exercises, drafting financing agreements, and advising clients on regulatory matters. Laura remains abreast with developments in the legal and regulatory environments, allowing her to advise clients on complicated and niche legal and regulatory issues they may face.