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A&L Goodbody

Energy & Natural Resources

UK Guide 2026 : Northern Ireland

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A&L Goodbody

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A&L Goodbody’s Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources team in Northern Ireland is unrivalled in the market. Our market knowledge, expertise, commercial approach and industry relationships continue to give clients the leading edge in understanding and managing opportunities in this challenging area. Our legal experts have consistently been involved in the most complex and innovative electricity, gas and renewable energy projects on the island of Ireland.

Our wide ranging energy practice advises clients ranging from developers to international investment banks, investment funds and utilities on the acquisition, financing, construction and management of energy and infrastructure projects.

Clients (10)

  • Brookfield Renewables
  • SONI
  • SGN
  • Granville Ecopark
  • Foresight/Simple Power
  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Statkraft Markets GmbH
  • Energy Trading Ireland Limited
  • Renewable Heat Association
  • Energia Group

Industries (8)

  • Banks
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Real Estate
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources - Northern Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
A&L Goodbody fields a respected group offering comprehensive coverage of energy and natural issues. The firm frequently assists with project finance, transactional and regulatory mandates. Its lawyers are also well placed to assist with energy litigation.
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Work Highlights

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  • A&L Goodbody represented CK Infrastructure in its diversified investments across the renewables sector as well as in its acquisition of Phoenix Gas.

Strengths

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  • A&L Goodbody's knowledge was comprehensive, with good context of the impact on business operations.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

  • A&L Goodbody's strengths are the in-depth knowledge they possess and the speed at which work is turned around.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

  • A&L Goodbody have good knowledge and strengths in the area of British, Irish and Northern Irish energy policy. They are acknowledged industry experts.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

  • A&L Goodbody have staff who are responsive and continually updating their knowledge of the emerging renewable energy market.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

  • The team at A&L Goodbody have strong market knowledge. They are approachable, available and commercially sound advisers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark Stockdale
    Mark Stockdale

    Mark Stockdale

    Mark Stockdale handles acquisitions of energy projects, joint ventures and project financings. He is also well placed to assist with regulatory issues.

    • Mark is very knowledgeable in the energy and commercial field.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

    • Mark is an excellent, commercial lawyer with great knowledge the sector.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

    • Mark is an excellent point of contact and a readily available resource to assist in many legal requirements.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

    • Mark is a knowledgeable and friendly contact for us at A&L Goodbody across a range of services.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK

    • Mark provides an excellent level of service and in-depth knowledge of the industry, and he produces extremely good work.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentUK
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  • John Palmer
    John Palmer

    John Palmer

    John Palmer acts for developers on a diverse range of renewable assets and projects, including hydrogen, battery storage and wind projects.

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  • Kevin Murphy
    Kevin Murphy

    Kevin Murphy

    Kevin Murphy has a strong track record of providing real estate advice in relation to the development, acquisition and disposal of onshore wind farms and battery storage projects.

    • Kevin is a pleasure to deal with and can be relied upon for sound advice and professional approach.

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Ranked Individuals at A&L Goodbody (3)

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