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Shoosmiths LLP

Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy

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Shoosmiths LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy - UK

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths represents a broad offering in the energy sector, particularly suited to clients operating within the UK market. Utilising the firm's nationwide network of offices, Shoosmiths' practitioners routinely assist on transactional, financing and project development mandates. Its clients range from corporate purchasers of power to solar and wind developers and sector-focused investment funds.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths advised Toyota Motor Manufacturing on two agreements relating to the construction of an anaerobic digester plant at the TMUK engine manufacturing facility in Deeside, North Wales.

Strengths

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  • Shoosmiths are knowledgeable, dedicated and responsive.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

  • We always find the team to be able to understand the commercial aspects of our project requirements and focus their input to progress in this manner.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

  • Shoosmiths have a high level of client care. They know us very well and know the positions we take in certain transactions.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

  • The team are very flexible and can react at short notice when required.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • James Wood-Robertson
    James Wood-Robertson

    James Wood-Robertson

    James Wood-Robertson has a noteworthy practice with experience negotiating a range of energy supply arrangements, including PPAs and other transactional matters concerning energy-from-waste projects. He heads the Leeds team and national energy and infrastructure practice at Shoosmiths.

    • James Wood-Robertson is a good influence on transactions and gets stuff done.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

    • James is really helpful when you need an ear to test things before even starting a transaction. 

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal
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  • Chris Pritchett
    Chris Pritchett

    Chris Pritchett

    Chris Pritchett is noted for his standout work on a range of renewable energy projects, including geothermal, solar, wind and battery storage developments. He assists with project developments and power purchase agreement negotiations in both domestic and European markets.

    • Chris Pritchett is very knowledgeable about electric vehicle charging.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy respondentGlobal

    • Chris is good at being out on the circuit and has built his personal reputation. He is doing well.

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Ranked Individuals at Shoosmiths LLP (2)

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    James Wood-Robertson

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy

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    Chris Pritchett

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power, Renewables & Alternative Energy

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