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Dentons

Project Finance

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About

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Dentons’ Italian Project, Energy and Infrastructure team is a leading advisor to the energy industry in Italy. With capabilities in the areas of project finance, contract law, corporate and commercial law, as well as administrative law, environmental law, property usage and zoning law, the team provides very comprehensive legal support to support domestic and international clients active in the energy and infrastructure sector.

With specific reference to project finance area, our team works closely with clients on project finance transactions in energy (conventional and renewable), electricity, water, infrastructure, transport concessions and many other areas. Our team’s deep and extensive experience helps clients identify the types of creative financing structures and sources of finance -from banks to ECAs, investors and funds/private equity - needed to get projects developed and financed in today’s illiquid markets.

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Project Finance - Italy

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Dentons has a solid presence in the Italian energy and infrastructure market. The law firm is appreciated for its expertise in renewable energy, including the wind and photovoltaic sectors. Its client base includes commercial banks, developers, utilities and infrastructure funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons advised Piraeus Bank on a multi-project financing for the construction of five solar plants.

Strengths

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  • Dentons stands out for its in-depth knowledge, combined with a remarkable ability to coherently integrate legal, regulatory and financial aspects.

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  • Dentons is particularly effective in the operational management of complex cases and in maintaining constant and constructive dialogue between the various parties involved.

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  • The Dentons team is highly coordinated.

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  • Dentons has a commercial and strategic vision.

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  • Dentons stands out for its expertise, attention to detail and continuous customer support.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Luigi Costa
    Band 4Luigi Costa

    Luigi Costa

    Luigi Costa is well respected for his expertise in the energy and infrastructure industries. A popular choice with banks and investors, he frequently acts on renewable energy matters.

    • Luigi Costa has a deep knowledge of market and financial transactions.

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    • Luigi is always available, quick and precise in his responses and has a solution-oriented approach.

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    • Luigi Costa combines deep technical expertise with a rare ability to maintain a clear overview, even in the most complex transactions.

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    • Luigi Costa is an excellent lawyer, especially for his strategic vision and market analysis.

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    • He is an excellent lawyer and good in negotiations.

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