Paul Freedman

Paul leverages a unique breadth and depth of knowledge in traditional and alternative energy across multiple markets to bring new projects and partnerships to life for the customers. Over his 14 years at AES he has advanced numerous transformative initiatives to position AES as a global leader in the acceleration of a cleaner energy future.

Paul leads the global legal team, serves as a principal advisor to the Board and oversees the ethics and compliance functions. He previously served as Chief of Staff to the CEO and in several positions in AES’ legal group, working on M&A, joint ventures, project development and regulatory matters.

Legal 500 named Paul a Corporate Counsel 100 U.S Rising Star in 2014, standing out for his legal and business acumen to foster some of the most complex, cross-border billion-dollar transactions to make meaningful impacts across global communities.

Today, he brings his unique expertise to the U.S. utility businesses as a board member.