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Ayaz Shaikh
Member / Chair, Projects & Infrastructure Practice at Mintz
Ayaz R. Shaikh is a prominent attorney and Chair of the Projects & Infrastructure Practice at Mintz, a law firm based in Washington, DC.12 Here are some key details about his background and expertise:
Professional Experience
Ayaz Shaikh is an internationally recognized projects lawyer with over 30 years of experience in project development, finance, and mergers & acquisitions.2 He specializes in structuring, developing, financing, constructing, acquiring, and selling major energy and infrastructure projects both in the United States and globally.2
Areas of Expertise
His practice focuses on:
- Sustainable energy and infrastructure sectors
- Project finance and development
- Cross-border transactions
- Public-private partnerships (PPPs)
Notable Work
Some of Ayaz Shaikh's notable achievements include:
- Leading the World Bank's first Prototype Carbon Fund investment implementing the Kyoto Protocol2
- Participating in the first independent power projects in several Asian countries2
- Advising on the $1.5 billion SPAC transaction for North America's largest rare earths mine2
- Representing clients in multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects, including a $7 billion rail project in Mongolia2
Publications and Teaching
Ayaz Shaikh has authored several publications, including:
- A book on "Project Finance Fundamentals"
- The chapter on international project finance in Practising Law Institute's annual treatise2
He has also taught a projects seminar for several years.2
Professional Recognition
Ayaz Shaikh is widely recognized in his field. He has been listed among the Top 30 U.S. Lawyers for Project Finance by Euromoney.3
