Willkie Farr & Gallagher advised Houston-based private equity firm Esperanza Capital Partners on the launch of its investment platform aimed at acquiring energy and infrastructure assets in the Gulf of Mexico.
Cockrell Interests LLC, a 70-year-old Houston-based, family owned investment firm, is joining Esperanza Capital in launching the fund. Vinson & Elkins advised Cockrell, according to a statement that included no financial details.
“Historical under-investment” in the Gulf of Mexico creates opportunity for Esperanza’s new platform, according to Esperanza Capital Managing Partner William Goodwin.
Esperanza Managing Partner David Dunwoody said Cockrell’s investment and energy industry roots make it a good ...
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