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Clifford Chance LLP

Projects & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide


Clifford Chance LLP

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Projects & Energy - Europe-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has an outstanding multi-jurisdictional practice with an esteemed network across Europe. Strong local teams spread across continental Europe handle contentious and non-contentious energy matters, advising on the full spectrum of transactional and regulatory matters for clients in this sector. The law firm offers specialist expertise in the financing of infrastructure and energy-related projects across Africa. It brings together teams in the UK, France, Italy and Spain to advise on the lender side of major European gas pipeline project finance mandates.

Notable practitioners

Russell Wells heads the firm's global energy and natural resources department and is based in London. Other key contacts include Nikolaï Eatwell and Florian Mahler in Paris and Düsseldorf respectively.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance stand out for their exceptional attention to detail and deep sector knowledge.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal
  • The law firm covers not only a wide range of skills, but also jurisdictions, with offices in different countries, which is a great advantage in operations with a strong international profile.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal
  • Working with Clifford Chance gives me a great sense of security. They're always available, they anticipate issues and the advice is strategic.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal
  • The law firm's experience allows us to move forward quickly and serenely, regardless of the complexity of the issues to be addressed.

    Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

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