Allen & Overy LLP is one of the leading firms in the power sector and regularly work on the entire lifecycle of an asset from consenting and planning through to the construction, financing and operation. The team advises a range of clients including governments, funders, corporates, financiers and manufacturers. The firm has strength in greenfield developments and is increasingly instructed in M&A and refinancings in capital recycling. Troy Edwards , Judith Kim and Mark Levy co-head the team with experience in international renewables transactions. Chris Andrew focuses on conventional and low carbon matters while Andrew Castle has experience in oil and gas projects. Mark Walker handles thermal power renewables issues. Former managing partner Gareth Price resigned from the firm in July 2023.

Ashurst‘s power and utilities practice ‘demonstrates an unparalleled grasp of commercial, technical and policy matters’ with expertise on projects spanning development, financing, operation, acquisitions and regulatory. These projects include conventional plants, nuclear, battery storage and interconnectors. The firm also has a market-leading energy from waste practice helping to close, restructure or refinance. Antony Skinner leads the London team with extensive experience in respect to development, financing and M&A. Nick Stalbow and Cameron Smith focus on energy from waste matters. Matthew Saunders handles renewables disputes while Anthony Johnson provides expertise in tidal, biomass and CCUS issues. Associate Lindsey Bouchara specialises in project finance for energy transactions.

Clifford Chance LLP is at the forefront with regards to renewable power projects such as nuclear, offshore wind and low-carbon energies like hydrogen and CCUS. It fields a multi-disciplinary team providing expertise across all practice areas including corporate M&A, finance, projects, construction, litigation and dispute resolution. Dispute resolution is one of the corner stones of the energy offering with contentious matters being resolved through litigation ad arbitration. Russell Wells heads the energy and resources sector group and advises on transactions in emerging markets. James Pay focuses on the development of floating offshore wind projects while Jeremy Connick specialises in advising sponsors and lenders. John Wilkins and Nicholas Hughes are key lawyers.

CMS has a well established power, renewables and alternative energy practice which advises on the full suite of first of a kind projects including commercial scale carbon capture storage projects, blue hydrogen and next generation nuclear fusion. In addition the team has been advising on offshore wind projects in emerging markets such as Vietnam and China. Practice head Munir Hassan advises on all aspects of electricity power generation and Louise Dalton focuses on flexible technologies such as energy storage. Dalia Majumder-Russell works on projects across Africa and North America while corporate expert Charles Currier advises on high-value transactions.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is a market-leading energy practice which is involved in significant decarbonisation projects involving cutting-edge technologies such as CCUS, platform electrification and carbon neutral LNG. Lewis McDonald heads the global energy team and is supported by leading practitioners Sarah Pollock, Matthew Job and Silke Goldberg. James Farrell has expertise in contentious matters such as multi-party competition litigation claims while Steven Dalton primarily focuses on emerging markets, acting on projects in numerous African jurisdictions. Martin Kavanagh is active in project finance and associate Dhananjaya Chak acts for sponsors and lenders on greenfield project transactions.

Linklaters LLP is at the forefront of the renewables sector working on projects from initial development through construction to financing , M&A, trading and disposal. The firm advises on every aspect of wind power projects and continues to dominate the greenfield offshore wind market in the UK in addition to other key areas such as energy from waste. Global head of energy and infrastructure Daniel Tyrer co-leads the practice with Chris Staples  who deals with cross-border mandates. Construction expert Richard Coar  specialises in advising governments, sponsors and funders while Charlotte Morgan handles project finance transactions. Jeremy Gewirtz focuses on emerging markets and Francesca Matthews leads on acquisitions and disposals.

Norton Rose Fulbright is commended for its ‘deep renewables knowledge’ as the team advises across a range of practice areas including M&A, disputes, banking and finance. The practice has been active in climate regulation and policy work in addition to areas such as green bonds, corporate PPAs, CCUS and hydrogen projects. Rob Marsh heads the energy, infrastructure and natural resources team with support from Charles Whitney and Madhavi Gosavi who specialise in project financings. Julien Bocobza advises sponsors and lenders in the water and transportation sectors while Chris Down handles development and financing matters and Stephen Rigby is a go-to name for corporate finance mandates. Julien Bocobza has moved to White & Case LLP.

Addleshaw Goddard acts for key players in the renewables market such as National Grid, SSE, BP and Greencoat Capital in addition to non-energy corporates and public bodies. Recent highlights for the team include advising a Chinese investor on a 500MW UK Solar Farm in North East England. Richard Goodfellow  is an expert in the downstream energy sector and co-heads the practice with Catherine Fearnhead  and David McEwing. Matthew Williams advises in areas of devleoping technology such as green hydrogen production and battery storage while Rory Connor has experience in project financing and development.

Baker McKenzie has a multi-disciplinary team which advises on transactions and disputes across the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors. The practice covers a range of disciplines from project development, construction and M&A to dispute resolution and project finance. The energy, mining and infrastructure group is headed by Richard Blunt with support from Neil Donoghue who has expertise in the nuclear sector. Mike Webster  specialises in the development of major energy assets while Susannah Davies focuses on joint venture arrangements, regulatory matters and corporate reorganisations. David Duncan  handles international mergers and acquisition transactions with experience in the infrastructure sector.

The energy and utilities practice at Bird & Bird LLP has expertise across a number of areas including renewables, energy management, electric transportation and waste to energy. The team are frequently instructed in M&A mandates while also being trusted advisors to renewables funds across the whole lifecycle of projects. Matt Bonass is experienced in the solar sector while Elizabeth Reid advises developers, investors and EPC contractors on all aspects of a renewable project. Michael Rudd is well-versed in the water and climate change sectors.

Burges Salmon LLP advises large utilities, entrepreneurial developers, government and public bodies among a range of clients in areas such as the regulatory regime, disposals and financings. On the renewables front the team is well-versed in on- and offshore wind projects, solar, biomass, hydrogen and energy from waste matters in addition to acting on nuclear fusion. Low carbon project expert Ross Fairley co-heads the practice with Ian Salter who has expertise in the nuclear field. James Phillips is a regulatory expert and Nick Churchward is experienced in biomass and energy trading arrangements. Ian Truman has nuclear expertise with clients such as developers, regulators and insurers.

Dentons is frequently advising on power matters which are at the heart of the UK energy transition including new technologies such as battery storage, EV, compressed air and carbon capture. The firm has a large international presence which allows it to work on cross-border deals and recent matters include Xlinks’ remote generation project involving 10GW of solar and onshore wind in Morocco. Practice head Lucille De Silva  has particular expertise in power purchase agreements while Christopher McGee-Osborne  is experienced in negotiating commercial contracts. Charles July  advises on project development work and is supported by transactional lawyer Humphrey Douglas.

DLA Piper has a strong reputation in relation to large-scale wind solar power acquisitions, sales, financings and refinancings in addition to corporate PPAs, carbon capture storage and smart metering projects. The team has an excellent track record of advising on GHG reduction, emissions trading schemes and voluntary emission reduction markets. On the disputes side, the firm is routinely instructed in complex contentious cases that spans both litigation and international arbitration. Corporate PPA expert Natasha Luther-Jones heads the practice with James Carter. Andreas Gunst is highly regarded for his advice on renewables energy certificate schemes while Fredrik Lindblom focuses on energy project finance. The practice was strengthened by the arrival of Iain Elder from Shearman & Sterling LLP in April 2022. Associates Charlotte Eliades and Jeremy MacIver do cross-border renewable energy work.

Ernst & Young LLP is best known in the market for its expertise in structuring and implementing the sale of renewable energy projects. The firm provides sector-focused advice in practice areas including project finance, project development, M&A, joint ventures, regulatory issues and corporate finance. Charles Morrison leads the practice while Dimitri Papaefstratiou is well-versed in project finance. Simon Collier is known for his work on hydrogen and decarbonisation technologies. The team has also been strengthened by the arrival of Jean-Pascal Boutin and Rob McNabb from Eversheds Sutherland.

The project, energy and infrastructure finance team at Milbank is led by John Dewar who is heavily involved in cross-border matters across EMEA and emerging markets. The practice has expertise in renewables and gas-to-power deals with particular capabilities in handling Americas work with several projects undertaken in Brazil. Chris Taufatofua is experienced in advising lenders, sponsors and contractors on a variety of international project financings while associate Suzanne Szczetnikowicz has been involved in green ammonia matters.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP ‘has extensive experience within the renewable energy space’ with the team covering the lifecycle of projects including M&A, financing and project development. The practice covers the majority of renewable subsectors such as energy from waste, storage, biomass and solar with particular expertise in wind energy. Practice head Evan Stergoulis is well-versed in advising on the financing, development and acquisition of renewable projects. Simon Alsey and Ravinder Sandhu focus on high-value M&A while Adam Smith handles project finance and development matters.

The energy team at Pinsent Masons LLP is working on high-value mandates in the electricity, nuclear and renewables markets including projects for global offshore wind developers, nuclear fusion and utility scale solar parks. Co-head Stephen Tobin is involved in the financing of energy assets while Gareth Phillips specialises in the offshore wind market and obtains development consent for NSIPs. Peter Feehan leads the global cleantech market team with a growing e-mobility practice that focuses on electrical infrastructure development and the transition towards EVs. Murdo MacLean supports clients such as developers, owners and operators of power projects while Amy Stirling advises on large-scale solar projects in England.

Shearman & Sterling LLP provides solutions to sponsors, lenders, government entities and infrastructure funds among other clients in the power sector. The team works on power project financings and development across Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and other emerging markets. The practice is headed by Ben Shorten who is experienced in advising multilateral development banks, export credit agencies and Islamic financiers. Sanja Udovicic handles complex natural resource and infrastructure transactions while John Inglis represents sponsors and financial institutions. Associate Trinh Chubbock focuses on M&A transactions and project development across the upstream, mid-stream and downstream energy sectors.

Simmons & Simmons have a large client base covering the private and public sector consisting of sponsors, financiers, governments, project companies and financial investors. The practice is experienced in renewables work within areas such as district heating, energy efficiency, biomass, hydro, solar and combined heat. Iain Duncan leads the team and acts for investment funds and corporates in relation to mining and metal power transactions. Alex Blomfield and Patrick Wallace are recognised as leading renewables practitioners with expertise in project development and financing. Andrew Petry handles banking mandates and PPPs while associate Rose-Anna Burnett focuses on investment in Europe. Marc Fèvre has expertise in clean energy and Simon Kenolty covers project development matters.

The energy and natural resources team at Squire Patton Boggs provides a full service offering in legal areas such as venture capital, project finance, tax, IP, energy regulation and M&A. The team is frequently involved in clean tech projects with particular strength in offshore wind as they advise sovereign governments, developers, regulatory authorities and infrastructure funds. Practice head Trevor Ingle has vast experience in joint ventures and private equity while Ian Wood  focuses on nuclear energy. Peter Stewart handles Africa mandates while Chris Thomson strengthened the team with his arrival from Dentons in March 2022.

Watson Farley & Williams LLP has an extensive client base consisting of banks, funds, asset managers, utilities and energy companies who approach the firm for advice. The practice has a cross-border focus with mandates in Africa, Middle East, USA and South East Asia. Henry Stewart leads the team with particular experience in solar PV and wind matters. Daisy East specialises in advising sponsors and lenders on all aspects of project-related finance transactions while Martin Lucas is well-versed in matters relating to offshore wind farms. Julian Nichol is experienced in legal issues surrounding conventional power assets.

White & Case LLP is at the forefront of the energy transition advising governments, state-owned companies, sponsors, power purchasers, operators, investors and financiers on the entire lifecycle of power and renewable projects. The London team has significant experience in monetisation projects, corporate venturing, green bonds and finance with ESG requirements. The practice is headed by Carina Radford with support from Sandra Rafferty and David Baker who cover the full spectrum of issues. Richard Hill is experienced in construction-related contracts while Lis Blunsdon specialises in the regulation, operation and optimisation of energy assets. Jason Kerr focuses on emerging markets across the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Bracewell (UK) LLP, overseen by managing partner Jason Fox  , focuses on emerging economies such as those in Africa and the Middle East with an excellent reputation in financings, acquisitions and project developments. Recent highlights include representing Eni on its acquisition of an offshore wind farm project from Equinor and SSE. Tracy London  focuses on negotiating procurement and construction contracts while Oliver Irwin  advises lenders and sponsors on the development of cross-border projects. Tom Jamieson has extensive project finance experience while Gordon Stewart advises financial investors.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner acts for regulated electricity suppliers and power purchasers on innovative PPA structures and supply arrangements. Sustainable energy expert Kiran Arora co-heads the team with Mark Richards who provides multi-disciplinary advice to public and private sector clients. Kenneth Addly is well-versed in negotiating and drafting infrastructure and service contracts while Helen Miller focuses on natural resources.

The energy team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP ‘is hard working, diligent and client focused’ with recognition for handling large scale projects and disputes. The team are instructed on clean energy deals by some of the largest dedicated investment funds such as Greencoat Solar and BlackRock. Robert Pitcher specialises in joint ventures and co-heads the global energy group with Diane Gilhooley. Stephen Hill handles M&A transactions while Indraj Mangat is experienced in asset finance matters.

Gowling WLG has an excellent transactional advisory practice with practitioners at the forefront of energy mandates in the corporate, finance and project development space. ‘The team is very commercial with a very target-oriented mindset’ with the corporate side being led by Gareth Baker. Nath Curtis advises funder and sponsor clients on net-zero projects while John Cooper specialises in providing public law advice. Gus Wood is a key name in relatino to regulatory issues while Jonathan Brufal provides support from Dubai.

HFW‘s expertise in the construction sector has been instrumental in attracting clients in relation to offshore wind farms, oil rig decommissioning projects and international port developments. The practice has a strong track record for advising on international power projects such as hydro-electric, nuclear and energy from waste. The team is commended for its ‘vast range of experience in offshore wind’ which is the primary area of expertise for Richard Booth. Max Wieliczko heads the team and is experienced in high-value energy disputes along with Michael Sergeant who is well-versed in international arbitration.

Lux Nova Partners Limited specialises in low carbon and renewable energy work across several practice areas including dispute resolution, M&A, financing, policy and regulation.  The practice is also well-versed in corporate PPAs overseas in jurisdictions such as Kenya and Sub-Saharan Africa. Tom Bainbridge is recognised for his expertise in the district heating sector and co-heads the team with Louisa Cilenti who specialises in clean energy financing and Sandy Abrahams. Nikola Zahariev regularly acts for fund managers, developers and contractors.

Mayer Brown International LLP offers full coverage across the power sector from conventional thermal generation and nuclear to solar, wind and waste to energy matters. In addition the practice has a good track record in cross-border mandates concerning pipelines, interconnectors and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Kirsti Massie has particular focus on new energy technologies and co-heads the team with Meredith Campanale who has acted for lenders and sponsors on projects across different jurisdictions. David Fraher focuses on multilateral and syndicated financings.

Osborne Clarke LLP has adopted decarbonisation as a core competency, and its work in this area includes supporting businesses with regulatory engagement, being involved in the alternative fuels market and advising on carbon reduction. Simon Hobday focuses on decentralised power projects such as smart grid matters and co-heads the team with Matthew Lewis. James Watson supports funders, investors and developers of projects while Rob Horne is experienced in the construction sector. Hannah Roscoe advises on M&A, joint ventures and restructurings.

Prospect Law Ltd is best known for its multi-disciplinary approach to the energy sector, combining expertise in dispute resolution and transactional areas of law. The firm continues to focus on nuclear decommissioning projects with a growing number of mandates in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies and alternative forms of nuclear power generation. On the renewables front the team frequently advise on floating wind and battery storage projects. Edward De La Billiere focuses on the non-contentious side and co-heads the practice with Edmund Robb, a highly regarded barrister.

Slaughter and May acts on all aspects of UK and international energy and infrastructure projects including offshore wind, biomass, renewables, gas-fired plants and nuclear power. The team advises on  regulatory reform and applies market knowledge on financings and M&A. Hywel Davies  has particular experience in public and private M&A and co-heads the practice with Michael Corbett  who is well-versed in corporate finance and company advisory matters. Richard Todd  focuses on alternative energy matters while Oliver Moir  handles the full spectrum of project issues. Azadeh Nassiri  is a key practitioner in the team.

Boutique firm Trinity International LLP has an off-grid power practice which focuses on financing solutions and commercial structuring of off-grid power projects. The firm is known for its primary market presence in Africa where it advises on all types of transactions from solar, wind and geothermal to gas-powered plants and nuclear. Paul Biggs  has expertise in private and public sector infrastructure projects and co-heads the practice with Simon Norris who advises developers, investors and financial institutions. Other co-head Kaushik Ray covers project and corporate finance transactions. Conrad Marais is a key contact in the team.

Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP advises on developments, projects and disputes relating to onshore wind, offshore wind, CCUS, decarbonisation of heat and hydrogen projects. The team are instructed by some of the largest players in the renewable energy development space including EDF, E.ON and Iberdrola. Richard Cockburn  regularly works with developers and contractors and heads the energy and utilities team. Sebastian Briggs acts on the sale, purchase and financing of renewable projects with support from Chris Towner. Corporate expert Simon Hewes focuses on M&A and private equity transactions.

Foot Anstey has particular strength in solar, energy storage, nuclear and EV infrastructure with multiple cross border mandates in jurisdictions such as Spain and Myanmar. Key clients include EDF Renewables, Pivot Power and Gridserve. Chris Pritchett advises clients on electrification matters and co-heads the practice with Stuart Cleak who focuses on energy generation and battery storage. Other co-head Ian Stubbs specialises in transactional aspects of projects.

Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP has an international practice with a leading presence in African markets through offices in Paris, Istanbul and Shanghai. The energy team assists clients on issues such as emissions credits trading, corporate PPAs, PV projects off-grid power arrangements. Colin Graham leads the practice with experience in corporate and commercial projects while Matteo Matteucci advises financial investors and governments on cross-border mandates.

The renewable and green energy team at Keystone Law is experienced in all the main areas of power development including solar, waste-to-energy, offshore wind and hydrogen. The team are well versed in offtake and PPAs, joint venture arrangements and related commercial agreements. Key names include Richard Temple and Jon Close, who is experienced in public procurement. Jon Moorhouse is another key practitioner in the team.

King & Spalding LLP is known for advising energy sponsors and lenders on the full lifecycle of energy assets including financings, international transactions and construction matters. Much of the work done is cross-border with the team acting for the largest electric utility in South Korea and advising on a hydropower plant in Mozambique. Kelly Malone focuses on development issues and co-heads the practice with Nikhil Markanday.

Shakespeare Martineau LLP is increasingly involved in the renewable transport and heat sectors acting for energy networks and operators of electricity connectors. The firm is experienced in the sustainable transport field with a focus on EVs in addition to storage, renewable heat and energy retail projects. Andrew Whitehead leads the team with experience in advising clients in the utilities sector. Mark Bartholomew‘s specialism relates to electricity interconnectors while Sushma Maharaj advises on the full range of services arrangements including concession agreements, connection agreements and supply contracts.

Stephenson Harwood has expertise across a range of conventional and non-conventional energy sources including offshore wind, hydrogen and combustion of residual waste. Tony Concagh specialises in offshore energy and co-heads the practice with Rebecca Carter who advises both public and private sector clients.