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Energy & Natural Resources - Spain
What the Team is Known For
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 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.
Strengths
Cuatrecasas has very well-trained staff with extensive knowledge of regulations.
The service is impeccable and the team has a great capacity to adapt.
Cuatrecasas offers a lot of transactional experience, knowledge of the players and great dedication to the customer.
Responses from Cuatrecasas are magnificent and provided in a timely manner.
Work Highlights
Cuatrecasas advised Sidenhol on the joint development with GreenYellow of a 25 MW photovoltaic self-consumption project. The matter was quoted at EUR200 million.
Notable practitioners
Luis is an extraordinary professional.
Félix Plasencia retains strong market support. He advises high-profile energy players on mandates with regulatory elements, as well as contentious-administrative proceedings.
Félix Plasencia is a hard-working person, dedicated to the customer. He perfectly understands what his client's needs are and manages to provide excellent treatment.
Félix is very holistic in his approach to complex issues. I cannot recommend him enough. It is certainly a positive cooperation.
He always adjusts to the needs of the client, offering a practical vision.
He is a great professional with enormous knowledge of regulations and offering a very tailored relationship.
Alejandro always delivers on time and always complies with the quality of the work.