François April
François is widely regarded as a leading renewables and energy & infrastructure practitioner in France. A Partner in the Energy & Infrastructure practice in the firm’s Paris office, François focuses on project financing in the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors. He also has in-depth knowledge of infrastructure assets, including airports, ports and roads and power distribution. François advises sponsors, investors (including investment funds) government entities and lenders on all aspects of projects, including finance and contractual arrangements, as well as regulatory issues, on projects in France, Francophone Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Canada, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. He is actively involved with the firm’s initiatives surrounding Canada, including developing and maintaining Canadian client and institutional relationships. · Linklaters
About
François April is a Partner in the Energy & Infrastructure practice at Linklaters' Paris office. He focuses on project financing in the energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors, advising sponsors, investors, government entities, and lenders on projects across multiple jurisdictions.
Practice areas
Office
Expertise
Education
- LL.M, University College, London
- LL.L, University of Ottawa, Canada
Admissions
- Avocat au Barreau de Paris
- Advocate, Quebec, Canada
- Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales