Ranking tables
Energy: Regulatory | Germany
Germany
Rankings overview for Lawyers
- Peter RosinRosin Büdenbender
Christian von Hammerstein Raue20 Years Ranked
Holger Stappert Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH17 Years Ranked- Thomas BurmeisterWhite & Case
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
Band 1

1 Christian von Hammerstein
Raue | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedChristian von Hammerstein is widely considered one of the top experts in energy regulation, advising on concessions law, power purchase agreements and the implementation of energy storage facilities. He is also revered for his strength in disputes.

1 Holger Stappert
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedHolger Stappert stands out for his excellence in the regulatory energy world. Based in Düsseldorf, he is appreciated for his strength in a plethora of mandates ranging from REMIT proceedings and gas price disputes to energy storage and construction projects. He also assists with M&A transactions.
Band 2

2 Angelo Vallone
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedAngelo Vallone assists with a variety of regulatory matters, ranging from power purchase agreements and district heat decoupling to proceedings regarding EEG levies and grid connections.

2 Dirk Uwer
Hengeler Mueller | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedDirk Uwer is widely appreciated for his experience in handling appeal and reference proceedings across domestic and European courts. He also assists with the regulatory aspects of M&A transactions.

2 Ulrich Scholz
Freshfields | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedUlrich Scholz is in a strong position to handle appeal proceedings, cooperation agreements and energy trading regulation, also assisting with large scale M&A and financing transactions.
Band 3

3 Daniel Zimmer
Hengeler Mueller | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedDaniel Zimmer is regularly mandated by transmission operators for his strength in highly complex proceedings regarding grid connection delays and decommissioning prohibitions. He also assists with M&A transactions and investor participation.
3 Maximilian Elspas
GvW Graf von Westphalen | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedMaximilian Elspas is a Munich-based practitioner who is appreciated for his strength in regulatory mandates within the energy world, advising on contractual matters as well as disputes.

3 Michael Cieslarczyk
DLA Piper UK LLP | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedMichael Cieslarczyk remains a trusted adviser for his strength in energy trading regulation, power purchase agreements and cooperation on nationwide energy infrastructure projects.

3 Stefan Schröder
Freshfields | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedStefan Schröder is a solid candidate for regulatory energy mandates due to his expertise in appeal proceedings, hydrogen regulation and procurement procedures.
Band 4

4 Bernd Beckmann
Raue | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedBernd Beckmann advises on a wide range of regulatory mandates including power purchase agreements, LNG terminals and energy trading. Based in Berlin, he is also experienced in handling arbitration and enforcement proceedings.

4 Björn Heinlein
Clifford Chance | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedWith his strength in cross-border sales and acquisitions in the conventional and renewable energy space, Björn Heinlein is in a strong position to cater to a diverse clientele. He operates from Düsseldorf and also assists with joint venture set-ups, pipeline contracts, and the planning and construction of energy terminals.

4 Christof Federwisch
Noerr | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedChristof Federwisch is mandated for his expertise in contentious and non-contentious regulatory mandates including approval procedures for renewable energy projects, tender procedures and strategic partnership agreements as well as complex investor-state disputes.

4 Mathias Elspaß
Clifford Chance | Energy: Regulatory2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedMathias Elspaß's areas of expertise include advising clients on transactions in the biogas sector and on regulatory matters in the renewable energy space. He is also renowned for his knowledge of public law.