Brett Stanley is an associate on the Energy Industry Team in the firm’s Chicago office.
Brett represents institutional investors, lenders and companies in the renewable energy sector in connection with the financing of wind, solar and battery energy storage projects, primarily through tax equity and back-leverage debt transactions. He drafts, negotiates and reviews primary and ancillary project finance transaction documents and facilitates legal due diligence. Brett acts as liaison between his client and subject matter experts, contractors, consultants and opposing counsel to ensure a smooth transaction.
Brett is a member of Out at Sheppard and the firm’s Artificial Intelligence Industry team. He maintains a robust pro bono practice, with particular emphasis on immigration and civil rights matters.
Prior to joining Sheppard, Brett worked for a Big Four accounting firm in San Francisco, where he focused on U.S. federal income tax considerations in connection with domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions. He is an avid Michigan football fan, experienced traveler and amateur baker.