Michael D. Klaus

Partner

Contact
F +1 213.629.5063

Los Angeles

2029 Century Park East

33rd Floor

Los Angeles, CA US 90067-3019

T +1 424.386.4440

F +1 213.629.5063

Michael D. Klaus is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Milbank and a member of the Global Project, Energy and Infrastructure Finance Group.

Primary Focus & Experience

Mr. Klaus’ practice focuses on the financing and sale of renewable energy projects.

Mr. Klaus has experience representing financial institutions and sponsors in all aspects of the acquisition, development and financing of energy and infrastructure projects. He has represented clients in the financing or sale of projects across a range of technologies, including solar, wind, battery storage, fuel cell, biomass, landfill gas, and advanced biofuels technologies.

Mr. Klaus has represented the tax equity investors on several of the largest and most complex transactions in the United States, including the 2022 Renewable Energy Deal of the Year, as named by IJ Global, and the 2021 ESG Deal of the Year, as named by Project Finance International.

Recognition & Accomplishments

Mr. Klaus is recognized as a leading renewable energy attorney by Chambers USA (Projects: Renewables & Alternative Energy) and Legal 500. Chambers USA noted "Michael is very good at making sure his client is protected but also that the deal runs smoothly. He's impressive."

Additional Details
Education
  • Georgetown Law, J.D.
  • Xavier University, B.A.
Admissions
  • California
  • New York