Projects & Energy - Europe-wide
What the team is known for
Ashurst utilises its broad network of teams in the UK, Italy, France and Spain to advise on infrastructure and gas pipeline projects. It represents institutional investors and energy companies in M&A deals in the oil and gas and renewables sectors. The law firm also acts on arbitration proceedings related to various aspects of energy projects in North Africa and assists with regulatory questions. Ashurst also handles energy transition matters.
Strengths
"It's a very client-focused team with industry experts in their field. It's a very cohesive unit."
"The team is very reactive, available and knowledgeable."
"As well as having a high competence of legal matters, Ashurst also have an entrepreneurial view on these topics."
Work highlights
Ashurst partners in Madrid and Milan acted for N-Sun Energy, a new investment solar platform formed by Alantra Solar, on the acquisition of a portfolio of solar PV projects from Solarig.
Notable practitioners
Key contacts include London partner Terry van Poortvliet, the firm's co-head of projects and energy transition.
