Bob leads teams on a wide variety of energy matters, locally and globally, to bring fresh thinking, confidence and thoughtful strategic advice to client energy agendas.

Bob has represented energy majors, independents, utilities, individuals, service companies, private equity houses and banks on energy matters across multiple jurisdictions, operating extensively with clients across the USA, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and South-East Asia in addition to the UK.
Recognised as a leader in his field, Bob is advising clients on the opportunities within the complexities of energy transition as we navigate towards a net-zero carbon future. He also has many years of experience in non-executive and governance roles requiring objective advice and guidance.

Bob is dual-qualified to practise in both Scotland and in England and Wales and is ranked in the ‘Hall of Fame’ and Band 1 in the legal directories.

Bob Ruddiman is highly experienced and incredibly useful from a strategic point of view. Bob is ideal for issues that require gravitas, and particularly helpful for issues at board level.

Legal 500, 2024

He is aware of the bigger picture and his client's objectives.

Chambers & Partners, 2024

Bob Ruddiman has an exceptional knowledge of the UK energy market and uses that knowledge to identify possible opportunities for us and to discuss existing work on an informed basis. His knowledge and level of understanding instils great confidence that his team will get the job done to a high standard.

Legal 500, 2024

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