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Uría Menéndez

Energy & Natural Resources

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Uría Menéndez

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Provided by Uría Menéndez

We provide comprehensive advice on every aspect of the energy sector, from regulatory and contractual issues to financing and acquisitions.


Electricity

Regulatory advice to special and ordinary electricity producers, matters relating to the supply and trading of electricity and emission rights, development, construction and operation of generation plants and other electricity assets, acquisitions of companies, negotiation of supply, tolling, turnkey, operation and maintenance contracts, advice to financial entities and developers on project finance for the construction, operation and acquisition of electricity assets, projects concerning the collection, transportation and storage of CO2

Natural gas

Advice on regulatory and contractual matters in the development, construction and operation of regasification plants, storage, gas pipes and distribution networks. Advice on the regulatory and financial aspects of gas-related activities, natural gas and liquefied natural gas supply contracts, commercialisation of natural gas, company acquisitions

Liquid hydrocarbons

Storage and trading of oil products, acquisitions of companies and assets of hydrocarbon transport infrastructure operators.

Renewable energies

Regulatory advice to project developers, lenders and operators of renewables projects, due diligence of projects for developers, investors and lenders, financing of renewable energy projects, acquisition of projects and companies with generation assets

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources - Portugal

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Uría Menéndez has a well-regarded energy practice ably supported by public law specialists. The firm is regularly mandated on renewables work, and has a particular focus on solar projects. It provides financing and acquisition advice to an impressive list of well-known domestic and international clients, including financial institutions. It is also able to assist with the structuring of projects and the negotiation of power purchase agreements, offering additional expertise in regulatory work.
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Work Highlights

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  • Uría Menéndez assisted Boliden with the acquisition of Zinkgruvan Mining and Somincor from Lundin Mining.

Strengths

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  • Uría Menéndez provides high-quality service, evident dedication and the ability to present structured and detailed proposals without any problems.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • Uría Menéndez's very clear messaging and impeccable expertise on specific subject matters makes the firm stand out.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • Uría Menendez is a very sophisticated law firm. Its advice is always precise, accurate and well done.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • The team's strengths include rigour, experience, availability and speed.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • João Louro e Costa
    João Louro e Costa

    João Louro e Costa

    João Louro e Costa regularly assists multinational companies with power purchase and EPC agreements, as well as the structuring and acquisition of energy projects and assets.

    • João Louro e Costa is a very knowledgeable and thorough lawyer with excellent attitude throughout the matter.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • He is a lawyer with a very sophisticated profile and he is technically excellent. He is very analytical and goes in depth, always exceeding a superficial analysis.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • He is very attentive to our needs as a client and provides top-class legal and strategical advice of great value to us. He is a very skilled lawyer.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
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  • Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa
    Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa

    Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa

    Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa is active on numerous power purchase and project finance and development agreements, as well as assisting with energy-related acquisitions.

    • Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa is always very clear on explanations and is diligent. He is detail-oriented and understands what clients are asking, sometimes reading between the lines.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa stands out for his communication and dedication.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
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