Energy | Germany

Clifford Chance is revered for its excellence in cross-border M&A transactions including large-cap asset sales and acquisitions, with further strength in joint venture set-ups and energy project financing. In addition to handling projects relating to natural gas across Germany and beyond, Clifford Chance also boasts expertise in the renewables sector, including offshore wind power generation. The law firm is also present in approval procedures regarding pipelines and transmission lines. Furthermore, the firm houses a Clean Hydrogen Taskforce with particular expertise in the development and launch of European-wide hydrogen projects. With its international office network, Clifford Chance is an attractive choice for globally active energy suppliers, grid operators and investors.

As a leading energy practice, CMS is in a prime position to handle a broad array of mandates from regulatory to transactional. Power plant constructions and network expansions involving planning approval processes and procurement procedures are regularly handled by the firm. CMS is also held in high esteem for its strength in contentious mandates, often representing prominent clients in front of all court levels. Equally, clients benefit from the team's strength in the regulatory aspects of novel mobility concepts and contract negotiations as well as investment agreements. Further expertise lies in the acquisition, sale and joint venture set-ups as well as spin-offs and investments concerning renewable energy assets, especially offshore wind farms. Its clientele ranges from prestigious and international energy providers to network operators and startups.

Hengeler Mueller is a top adviser to prominent German and international energy companies, system operators and investors due to its excellence in sophisticated energy mandates. The practice is renowned for its strength in complex proceedings pertaining to EEG and remuneration claims, where clients benefit from the team's experience in cases in front of national regulators and EU courts. Furthermore, Hengeler Mueller convinces with its formidable transactional expertise, often handling high-end acquisitions, sales and investments. Joint venture set-ups and auction processes are also handled by the firm, on which matters Hengeler Mueller is highly active in the renewables sector.

Linklaters is considered one of Germany's top addresses for energy transactions. The team is often mandated for large-cap divestments and acquisitions as well as financings, especially in relation to multi-jurisdictional mandates. Joint venture set-ups, restructurings and electricity network expansions as well as nationwide award procedures are also handled by Linklaters. The practice provides expertise in both traditional and renewable energy sources including offshore wind and gas, rendering the firm an excellent candidate for clients seeking comprehensive advice. Investors, energy companies and network operators belong to Linklaters' prestigious client roster.

Hogan Lovells is recognised for its comprehensive offering, regularly advising prominent banks, energy companies and investors. The team is well equipped to advise on the sale and acquisition of conventional and renewable energy assets as well as the establishment of joint ventures. In addition, Hogan Lovells is sought after for its expertise in the financing of energy projects, especially offshore and onshore wind farms. Appeal proceedings before regulators and Germany's courts are also handled by the team. Due to its excellent international network, Hogan Lovells is sought after by clients for cross-border deals involving jurisdictions both in Europe and further afield.

Luther is well placed as a domestic law firm to advise on regulatory and transactional energy mandates across Germany. Luther is recognised for its regulatory expertise, often handling complex litigation, administrative proceedings and arbitration in connection with coal and nuclear phase-outs, plant shutdowns and EEG surcharge claims. Mandates related to planning law and emissions trading are also handled by the practice. Furthermore, the team has a strong focus on advising on renewable energy projects and the development of joint ventures. Additionally, clients benefit from the law firm's expertise in the sale and acquisition of conventional and novel energy assets. Luther is particularly sought after by prominent multinational energy giants.

White & Case is home to a well-regarded energy practice group that covers a plethora of mandates. The team is known for its regulatory expertise and excellent strength in litigation, acting before national and European courts. The law firm supplements its offering with expertise in large-scale transactions and projects in both the renewable and conventional energy sectors, with significant capabilities in project financing for offshore wind farms. Joint venture projects and related contractual matters also fall within the law firm's remit. In addition to prestigious energy companies, White & Case also acts for large banking syndicates and investors.

Freshfields houses a well-reputed energy practice group capable of handling a plethora of mandates. Its team advises an array of major domestic and multinational energy suppliers as well as banks and consortiums on project financing and M&A deals in the energy sector. Another area of expertise is renewable energy and climate change legislation, whereby the team is particularly active on regulatory mandates. Additionally, the law firm demonstrates strength in arbitrations under national and international rules, especially regarding Energy Charter Treaty claims. Clients equally benefit from Freshfields' globally integrated energy team to handle cross-border and multidisciplinary energy projects.

Gleiss Lutz is in a strong position to handle a wide range of energy mandates. The team offers expertise in M&A transactions in the renewable energy sector, often assisting with the sale and acquisition of energy assets as well as joint venture set-ups. Particularly active areas include offshore wind and gas as well as electric mobility, rendering Gleiss Lutz a good choice for a diverse clientele. Furthermore, the law firm is recognised for its regulatory capabilities and represents clients before courts in dispute proceedings. Aided by its strong public and planning law departments, Gleiss Lutz is well placed to provide holistic advice on strategic energy topics in Germany.

Watson Farley & Williams is a well-respected law firm in the German energy market with a particularly strong standing in the financing of renewable energy projects. Its strength in offshore wind fields is especially noteworthy. The team is equally present in complex and often cross-border sales and acquisitions of energy assets, acting on behalf of asset managers and energy corporates. Clients also benefit from the law firm's strength in the comprehensive handling of large renewable projects. Furthermore, the team represents clients in energy arbitration. In addition to acting for prominent corporates, Watson Farley & Williams also advises prestigious banks and consortiums.

A&O Shearman houses a capable energy team across its offices in Germany. The team is well placed to handle large financing transactions for a broad spectrum of energy projects, especially in relation to wind farms. Additionally, the law firm is increasingly visible in large M&A deals in the renewables and conventional energy space. Furthermore, the law firm represents prominent corporations in litigation and arbitration relating to energy projects and pricing reviews. With its integrated global and multidisciplinary network, A&O Shearman facilitates comprehensive cross-border advice for national and international clients including banks, investors and utility companies.

DLA Piper houses a respected energy practice that represents a diverse clientele including significant players in both the conventional and renewable energy spheres. Banks, investors and chemical companies also belong to the law firm's client roster. The team is well placed to handle power purchase and cooperation agreements and also assists with acquisitions and sales of renewable energy assets. DLA Piper also advises on the financing of energy projects and offers particular expertise in energy trading.

GÖRG often handles regulatory and contentious energy mandates with a domestic focus. The law firm represents clients in administrative proceedings and litigation. The development, planning approval and construction of renewable and conventional energy plants also form a key part of the law firm's offering. Furthermore, the team advises on acquisitions of wind farms and solar parks across Germany with further expertise in the financing of recultivated open-cast mines. Energy suppliers, investors and project developers as well as public entities belong to the law firm's client roster.

Noerr houses a solid energy practice across its offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf and Frankfurt. The law firm is particularly appreciated for its strength in regulatory mandates, often assisting with administrative proceedings as well as planning procedures. The law firm also convinces with its prowess in handling complex arbitrations under national and international rules regarding Energy Charter Treaty claims. Furthermore, the team is active on cross-border transactions in both the conventional and renewables fields. The financing of energy projects and strategic partnership agreements also fall within the law firm's expertise. In addition to assisting energy producers, Noerr also counts capital funds and government entities among its clientele.

Raue is renowned for handling complex litigation across all court levels in Germany. A further strength lies in the handling of arbitration proceedings under national and international rules. The law firm also convinces with its prowess in regulatory and transactional energy mandates. Power purchase agreements, energy trading and novel energy projects involving energy storage constitute key areas of the law firm's expertise. Its prestigious clientele comprising high-profile energy and chemicals corporates further illustrates Raue's market position.

Ashurst regularly advises on the financing and acquisition of renewable energy projects across Germany and beyond. Clients also benefit from the law firm's strength in strategic partnership agreements, including those in the hydrogen and photovoltaic space. Power purchase agreements and procurement procedures also fall within Ashurst's offering. Prominent clients from the financial, energy and consumer sectors further attest to the law firm's increased market visibility.

Bird & Bird regularly advises across M&A, power purchase agreements, and regulatory and project financing topics for clients from both the public and private sectors in Germany and beyond. The law firm also has significant expertise and experience in the renewable energy market, particularly in offshore wind. Private equity investors, project developers, transmission system operators and energy suppliers constitute the law firm's broad clientele.

HEUKING covers both the renewable and conventional energy markets, with a team experienced in handling various energy contracts, including collaboration and power purchase agreements. Investors also often seek the law firm's assistance with the acquisition and sale of renewable energy assets. Further expertise lies in electric mobility projects with national and European reach. The law firm also offers regulatory expertise regarding energy trading, administrative proceedings and hydrogen projects. Close cooperation with the law firm's top-ranked public procurement teams supplements the team's offering.

Latham & Watkins is active on a variety of energy mandates including M&A transactions and financings. Joint venture set-ups and strategic investments are also handled by the law firm. Both fossil fuel and renewable energy projects fall within Latham & Watkins' area of expertise. Clients benefit from the team's prowess in handling regulatory energy issues pertaining to mining permits and licensing law. The practice complements its robust offering with its strength in administrative proceedings. Prestigious corporates as well as investors seek the law firm's advice.

Taylor Wessing demonstrates expertise in both transactional and regulatory matters, frequently advising on acquisitions and financings in the renewable energy space, power purchase agreements, battery storage system and hydrogen topics, as well as providing regulatory advice. The law firm is trusted by a broad clientele, including pension funds, startups and international investors.