John Ngunjiri
Associate
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
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Biography
John Ngunjiri is an associate in Norton Rose Fulbright's Houston office.
Prior to joining the firm, John worked for a global energy company as a projects contracting intelligence lead.
With over 19 years as a projects management professional in the engineering, energy and environmental space in various capacities and countries, John combines a solid blend of skills, experiences and knowledge in capital projects. His education, training and experiences range from projects management, costs and schedule estimating and controls, execution planning, contracts and risk distribution negotiations, contracts development and administration, projects financing, design development, engineering management, procurement and materials management, construction and commissioning, document controls, and construction safety, health, environment and security.
John worked full-time as a projects professional for a global energy company while attending law school at the University of Houston Law Center. He was a recipient of numerous scholarships, on the Dean's List and held leadership positions in various organizations - both at the Law Center and externally. On graduation day, John was recognized by the UHLC Faculty with the 2022 Distinguished Service Award for his dedication and contributions to the UHLC students activities and community service.
Professional experience
Collapse all- LL.M, Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources, University of Houston Law Center, 2021
- JD, University of Houston Law Center, 2021
- Grad. Cert. in Energy Risk Management, University of Houston Bauer College of Business, 2006
- M.Eng, Engineering Management and Systems Engineering, Cornell University, 2004
- BS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Kansas State University, 2002
- Missouri State Bar
- Texas State Bar
- Represented lenders on a major cross-border LNG and pipelines venture (estimated over US$20B)
- Represented lenders in largest equity & non-recourse debt financed greenfield U.S. LNG venture (over US$18.5B)
- Represented client in assets acquisition and growth strategy in lithium and bromine mining space
- Represented client in establishing a Carbon Capture & Sequestration program by developing pore space leasing agreements
- Represent client in annual analyses, reviews and critiques of ESG & SSHE Reports for incorporation into Corporate Annual Reports
- Represented client in setting up NGOs in Africa for its extension of medical research and on-the-ground facilities installations
- Successfully negotiated favorable settlement agreement in a construction contract dispute and removal of fraudulent liens
- Represented international equity financier in funding (each averaging $0.5M each) several international start-ups companies
- Developed and executed Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) on behalf of several investor clients
- Represented seller in divestiture of its entire Gulf of Mexico and Permian assets portfolio worth several billion US dollars
- Represent client in its midstream operations (Crude Oil gathering system and pipelines) transportation services agreements
- Developed, negotiated and executed several long-term LNG Offtake (Sales & Purchase) Agreements
- Represented seller in divestiture of Oil and Gas assets in Colombia (valued at approx. $150M)
- Represented client in acquisition of working interest in offshore Gulf of Mexico blocks, including legal research on financial assurances and bonding requirements, regulatory permits requirements, and decommissioning obligations.
- Developed, negotiated and executed a License Collaboration Agreement for technology client to deploy its licensed model
- Pro Bono – Assisted in setting up Trusts for victims and survivors of the Uvalde School shootings in Texas
"The Modern Courtroom: The future of Zoom and AI in the Courtroom" - Moderator for panel of Judges at the Garland Walker Inn of Court (Feb 2024)
"Negotiating JOAs and Joint Ventures" - Coach for UHLC team for the Negotiating International O&G Contracts course (Jan 2024)
"Lawyer Wellness Program: A discussion on lawyer well-being with UHLC 1L students" - University of Houston Law Center (Oct 2023)
"The benefits of joining Bar Associations while in Law School" - Panelist for the Hispanic Law Students Association at South Texas College of Law (Sept 2023)
University of Houston Law Center - LLM Students Graduating Class Speaker - May 2022 UHLC graduation.
10th Contract & Risk Management for Construction and Capital Projects: Traversing Contract Language and Clauses to Mitigate Delays and Terminations while Maximizing Opportunities - Managing Risk by Following the Right Risk Register Review to Update Contracts and Determine Best Approach in Mitigating Downfalls - Sept. 2020.
10th Contract & Risk Management for Construction and Capital Projects: Examining the Impact of the Crash of Oil and Gas Prices in the Industry to Determine Next Steps - 2020.
ExxonMobil Inclusion and Diversity Workshop: Resilience in times of Adversity - COVID-19 Pandemic and its Impact on Workplace Dynamics - Nov. 2020.
Current:
- Director, Houston Young Lawyers Association (HYLA) - 2023/24
- Committee Member, Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)
- Committee Member, HBA's Project TRAIN committee and Golf Tournament committee
- Steering Committee Member, UH Law Center Black Law Students Association
- Member, UH Law Center Young Alumni Committee
- Member, Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court
- Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International
In Law School:
- Managing Editor, Houston Journal of Health Law and Policy
- President, Association of International Petroleum Negotiators (AIPN)
- Chief Technology Officer, Board of Advocates at UHLC
- Student Rep, Energy and Environmental Law Society
- Member, Intellectual Property Students Organization
- English
- French
- Swahili