Energy & Natural Resources

Cuatrecasas houses a multidisciplinary team routinely advising energy companies on project development, as well as blue-chip companies on the full spectrum of energy matters and investments. The department adeptly assists with M&A, regulatory and project finance issues relating to the energy and natural resources sector, including high-value transactions and complex litigation. The practice offers clients experience in the renewable sector, with an array of matters involving photovoltaic and wind projects, with the group's expertise extending to noteworthy electricity mandates. Cross-border international work is another notable feature of the firm, as Spanish offices are supported by further branches in Europe, Latin America and Africa, and multiple recent financing, refinancing and M&A energy mandates have originated from the Latin American and cross-border European markets.

"Cuatrecasas are able to adapt to the client's needs."

"The team has an enormous capacity to handle complex and sophisticated situations, with high knowledge of the energy market in Spain."

Cuatrecasas acted for IGNIS Energia on the financing of a portfolio of 13 photovoltaic plants.

Luis Pérez de Ayala is a specialist in administrative and regulatory law, and he has an excellent track record in acting for energy clients on project finance and M&A deals. He has a particularly in-depth knowledge of the gas sector. "Luis Pérez de Ayala offers deep knowledge and vast experience and is highly committed and client-oriented." "Luis is an excellent lawyer in the regulatory space."

Félix Plasencia goes up a tier as a result of strong market support. He advises high-profile energy players on mandates with regulatory elements, as well as contentious-administrative proceedings. "Félix Plasencia has a commercial vision and the knowledge and sophistication for the resolution of matters."

Alejandro Bonitch adeptly advises on the regulatory aspects impacting the energy space.