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Freshfields

Infrastructure

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Infrastructure - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Freshfields draws from a roster of corporate law experts to assist clients with prominent infrastructure transactions. The firm has significant experience advising on the acquisition and disposal of telecoms, transport and energy developments. It offers additional strengths in environmental, regulatory and tax matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields advised the UK electricity distributor Electricity North West in connection with the €2.5 billion acquisition of an 88% shareholding by the Spanish multinational electricity utility company Iberdrola.

Strengths

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  • The team at Freshfields was super. It's a very well-oiled machine.

    Infrastructure respondentUK
  • Freshfields has been an excellent partner from the outset.

    Infrastructure respondentUK
  • The team at Freshfields have an excellent ability to cut through complex documents.

    Infrastructure respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jessamy Gallagher
    Band 1Jessamy Gallagher

    Jessamy Gallagher

    Jessamy Gallagher has noteworthy expertise advising clients on M&A infrastructure deals in a range of sectors, including energy, aviation and telecommunications. She is equally adept at providing advice on both domestic and cross-border matters.

    • She is a great lawyer.

      Infrastructure respondentUK
  • Band 2Stuart Rowson
    Band 2Stuart Rowson

    Stuart Rowson

    Stuart Rowson advises lenders and sponsors on refinancing and acquisition transactions. He is frequently involved in high-profile domestic and international matters involving renewable energy and social infrastructure developments.
  • Band 3Richard Thexton
    Band 3Richard Thexton

    Richard Thexton

    Richard Thexton frequently assists clients with the corporate aspects of infrastructure investments. He is particularly adept at advising on debt refinancings, acquisitions and disposals with cross-border elements. He is co-head of the firm's infrastructure group.
    • Richard Thexton is always on top of things. He is very good.

      Infrastructure respondentUK
  • Up and ComingRichard Johnson
    Up and ComingRichard Johnson

    Richard Johnson

    Richard Johnson is an up-and-coming infrastructure lawyer who is particularly active in M&A matters. Richard is frquently called upon by clients to advise on cross-border work in this area.

    • Richard Johnson is technically excellent, but able to deliver his advice in a way that is focused on our commercial drivers and priorities.

      Infrastructure respondentUK

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