Skadden is pleased to announce that Stephen (“Steve”) Gill has joined the firm as a partner in our corporate practice in Houston. Mr. Gill previously served as global co-head of the M&A and Capital Markets Group at another global law firm, where his practice focused on representing acquirers and targets involved in high-profile transactions across various industries, including energy, waste management, technology and health care.
Mr. Gill has extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, advising on some of the most significant transactions over the last several years, including the sale of CrownRock to Occidental Petroleum, the acquisition of Enerplus by Chord Energy, the sale of Denbury to ExxonMobil and the sale of RSP Permian to Concho Resources. Additionally, he represents public companies in connection with securities law compliance, securities offerings and corporate governance. He has also advised on high-profile shareholder activism defense matters and hostile takeovers.
“Steve’s wealth of experience will further enhance our M&A and oil and gas capabilities and will be a key asset in navigating the increasing complexities of the global energy sector,” said Executive Partner Jeremy London. “We look forward to welcoming him to the firm as we continue to identify additional areas for strategic investment in our Houston office and to bolster our leading energy practice.”
“I have had the pleasure of working across from Steve and witnessed firsthand his outstanding negotiation skills, creativity in structuring deals and acute business acumen,” said Eric Otness, partner and head of the M&A/Corporate Group in Houston. “He has a phenomenal reputation in the energy sector and is a nationally recognized M&A practitioner. He will be a terrific addition to our team in Houston and to our global M&A team.”
“We are excited to continue growing our Houston office and our energy and corporate capabilities with the addition of Steve,” said Noelle Reed, renowned trial attorney and leader of the Houston office. “His deep experience in the oil and gas industry will enhance our support of our clients as they navigate the evolving energy landscape.”
“Skadden’s elite M&A practice and exceptional energy sector capabilities present a unique and exciting opportunity for me to leverage and expand my expertise and experience,” said Mr. Gill. “I look forward to working with my new colleagues across the firm’s global platform to help clients successfully navigate their most sophisticated and complex matters.”
Mr. Gill is ranked by Chambers and Partners and has been named twice as an Energy MVP by Law360. He was also named Energy Attorney of the Year as part of The American Lawyer’s Texas Legal Awards. Mr. Gill is a graduate of Tulane Law School, summa cum laude, and he received a B.A. from Louisiana State University in political science and government.