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A&L Goodbody

Energy & Natural Resources

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A&L Goodbody's Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources team is unrivalled in the Irish and Northern Irish market. Our all-island team of specialist lawyers has decades of expertise, deep sectoral knowledge, and a commercial approach which combine to give clients the leading edge in the market. We ensure that our clients keep pace with market and regulatory developments so that they are well positioned to manage challenges and exploit market opportunities. We provide solution orientated advice to utilities, international energy companies, financial institutions, private equity, infrastructure funds, sponsors and government.

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Energy & Natural Resources - Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&L Goodbody has an outstanding department acting on the full range of energy and natural resources mandates. The team has an impressive record advising both developers and lenders on the financing and development of wind and other renewable energy projects. The group also assists with complex energy M&A, including portfolio sales, and has notable experience advising a diverse selection of private and public sector clients on regulatory matters. The firm is also well versed in the associated planning and environmental law issues, including representing clients from the energy and transport sectors in disputes and judicial reviews.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&L Goodbody assisted Gas Networks Ireland with ts biogas purchasing requirements.

Strengths

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  • The team is very responsive and knowledegable.

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  • A&L Goodbody is an excellent firm with deep understanding and a focus on important issues.

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  • A&L Goodbody has a proven track record for dealing with complex matters. The team has a bird's eye view of the industry.

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  • We appreciate the team's expertise, knowledge, problem solving ability and efficiency.

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  • The team has a very strong understanding of our business and the commercial aspects of long term energy agreements.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alison Fanagan
    Alison Fanagan

    Alison Fanagan

    Alison Fanagan receives impressive market recognition for her planning and environmental law expertise in the energy space. She has particular experience advising on mandates involving onshore and offshore wind farms. She advises clients on planning applications, investigations and judicial reviews.

    • Alison Fanagan is very responsive, practical and on top of everything.

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    • She is elegant and excellent.

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    • Alison Fanagan knows her area of law backwards, she's excellent.

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  • John Dallas
    John Dallas

    John Dallas

    John Dallas is particularly active in renewable energy mandates, handling transactions, as well as project development and finance matters.

    • He is a fantastic energy lawyer. He is a go-to on any ad hoc regulatory question.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • John Dallas is a highly knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. He is an excellent negotiator with the ability to manage complex transactions smoothly even with numerous stakeholders involved.

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  • Ross Moore
    Ross Moore

    Ross Moore

    Ross Moore maintains an excellent reputation for his top-notch energy practice. He boasts a strong track record in complex acquisitions, financing transactions and energy project developments, and is also adept at handling power purchase agreements.

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  • Alan Roberts
    Alan Roberts

    Alan Roberts

    Alan Roberts acts for developers, local councils and multinational clients on environmental issues. He advises on a wide range of mandates, including both contentious and non-contentious environment and planning files. He often acts on matters in the transport and renewable energy sector.

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