Vinson & Elkins LLP
Vinson & Elkins LLP was established in 1917 by William A. Vinson and Judge James A. Elkins with the goal of becoming trusted advisors to Houston’s business and energy community. The firm has grown to approximately 700 lawyers located in energy hubs, financial centers, and political capitals around the world. V&E’s lawyers provide legal services…
Videos
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Why PE’s Wait for Distressed Energy Deals Might Be Over
The impasse between private equity buyers and potential sellers of oil and gas assets might finally be easing as the realization about commodity prices sets in.
September 20, 2016More -
Energy Capital Formation Going Strong
Mark Proctor of law firm Vinson & Elkins explains why oil prices are down but PE energy fundraising is up.
August 17, 2015More
Reports
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Report: Energy Game Change 2016
A roundup of our latest private equity energy-focused conference in Houston, TX in December 2016.
February 24, 2017More -
GP Operations Compendium
While strong net returns remain the number one deliverable for private equity firms, returns minus evidence of sound firm infrastructure scares investors.
July 19, 2016More -
Privcap Presents: James Hackett & Karl Kurz
On June 3rd in Houston, Privcap CEO David Snow interviewed Karl Kurz and James Hackett, both former executives at Anadarko Petroleum.
July 8, 2015More
Articles
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Management in the Drivers’ Seat Amid PE Energy Scramble
Vinson & Elkins’ Dan Komarek discusses the imbalance of supply and demand for private equity funds seeking to partner with talented energy operators and management teams.
May 25, 2018More -
Has the LP View of Energy Shifted?
Should return expectations be lowered? Should allocations be cut? Do rising oil prices spell a compelling forward-looking opportunity? Do renewables look comparatively attractive?
December 8, 2016More