The ‘deep sector knowledge across the team’ at Ashurst LLP allows the firm to offer a wide-ranging service encompassing expertise in financing, project development and energy M&A work. The unit is additionally strong in both advisory and contentious public law work and frequently assists clients with public procurement issues. Mark Barges and Tom Longmuir co-lead the project finance practice, with the former well regarded for his work on energy transition-related projects and the latter a recognised practitioner in Africa, the Middle East and the CEE region. Domestic and cross-border acquisitions and disposals are known strengths of Vincent Trévisani‘s practice. Yann Alix, who divides his time between London and Paris, has a focus on transactional work related to oil, gas and mining. Charles-Douglas Fuz is a further name to note.
Industry focus: Energy in France
Ashurst LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Mark Barges; Tom Longmuir; Yann Alix; Vincent Trevisani
Autres avocats clés:
Charles-Douglas Fuz; Cédric Gamambaye Dionmou; Claudia Cicone; Alix Damecour
Les références
‘The client service is always excellent, as is the quality of the advice. Deep sector knowledge across the team, combined with a wider viewpoint and market visibility of precedents, is valuable.’
‘Yann Alix provides excellent analysis and solutions in addition to flagging issues quickly. He is able to explain and break down very complex issues and he delivers high-quality and useful solutions. In addition to being a real dealmaker, he is able to zoom in on detail to solve extremely difficult issues.’
Principaux clients
UK Export Finance
J.P. Morgan
Natixis
Octopus Investments
Eramet
Veolia
Engie
Deutsche Bank
Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank
La Banque Postale
Bpifrance
Banco Santander
ONE-Dyas
OMV
Ivanhoe Mines
Trident Energy
Waldorf
African Development Bank
Banque Centrale Populaire (Morocco)
Skyborn Renewables (fka wpd Offshore)
Boralex
Cubico Sustainable Investments
Omnes Capital
Renner Energies
Managem
VAALCO Energy
MUFG Bank, Ltd
Société Générale
Goldman Sachs
ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP)
EIB
Nareva
Chariot Oil & Gas
Minerals Development Oman
Vinci
Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft
Nebras Power
Attijariwafa Bank
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the lenders (Bpifrance, LPB and LBP AM) on the non-recourse financing to Helexia for a portfolio of 583 solar PV and energy efficiency projects across eight European countries.
- Advised the lenders (EIB, EKF as ECA, CACIB, Santander, Mizuho and KfW) on the €450m financing of one of four 30MW pilot floating offshore projects being developed by Engie and EDPR.
- Advised Renner Energies (BlackRock’s European renewables platform) on the acquisition of a portfolio of renewable energy generation companies from German energy group ibVogt.
Clifford Chance
The cross-practice team at Clifford Chance assists clients across the globe with a range of major projects, including wind projects, hydrocarbon pipeline projects and battery power projects. Work relating to clean hydrogen is a notable focus and the team assists stakeholders throughout the clean hydrogen value chain. Anthony Giustini is a key contact at the firm and has a strong focus on project development and financing transactions in the energy transition sector. David Préat is well versed in public law matters. Laurent Schoenstein excels in M&A work such as the acquisition of offshore wind parks. Finance expert Richard Tomlinson is sought out by both sponsors and lenders for assistance with transactional work in the EMEA region. Nikolaï Eatwell, Delphine Siino Courtin, Milica Zatezalo-Falatar, Daniel Zerbib, Gauthier Martin, Marianne Pezant, Emmanuel Mimin, Pierre-Benoît Pabot du Châtelard and Benjamin De Blegiers are further key members of the ‘high-calibre’ cohort.
Responsables de la pratique:
Anthony Giustini; Delphine Siino Courtin; Nikolaï Eatwell; Richard Tomlinson; Milica Zatezalo-Falatar; David Préat; Laurent Schoenstein; Daniel Zerbib; Gauthier Martin; Marianne Pezant; Emmanuel Mimin; Pierre-Benoît Pabot du Châtelard; Benjamin de Blegiers
Les références
‘Very experienced, knowledgeable and agile. They provide timely input and in a concise way. Problem solvers and high-calibre lawyers.’
‘Benjamin de Blegiers is a highly experienced, out-of-the-box thinker. He is an excellent lawyer and very detailed-oriented.’
‘The firm’s different departments and offices work very well together, meaning that their Paris office can act as a single point of contact for a number of topics in various jurisdictions.’
Principaux clients
Bouygues
CDC Group Plc
Eiffage
EDF
ENGIE
ENEL
Meridiam
Hydrogène de France
International Financial Institutions
Agence Française de Développment (AFD)
Africa Finance Corporation
African Development Bank (ADB)
Asian Development Bank
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
DEG
EBRD
EIB
FMO
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
IDA
IFC
Inter-American Development Bank
Inter-American Investment Corporation
MIGA
OeEB
OFID
OPIC
Proparco
The Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF)
Bpifrance
Euler Hermes
K-sure
SACE
UK Export Finance
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development
Auxifip
Barclays
CIC
First Abu Dhabi Bank
HSBC
Macquarie
MUFG
Santander
Standard Chartered bank
Türkiye Garanti Bankasi A
UniCredit
BNP Paribas
CACIB
Natixis
Société Générale
Ethiopian Electric Power
French Ministry in charge of Energy
Government of Namibia
Ministry of Water Irrigation and Energy, Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
Principaux dossiers
- Advising TotalEnergies on the development of the world’s first open-source CO2 transport and storage infrastructure.
- Advised the Government of Namibia on the first green hydrogen/ammonia value chain project in the country, setting important parameters for future development of the Southern Corridor Development Initiative in Namibia.
- Advising HyDeal Espana in connection with a full value project for the production of green hydrogen from solar energy, its transport and use in steel and other applications in Spain.
De Pardieu Brocas Maffei
Active in energy projects including solar farms, geothermal heat and the transport and distribution of electricity, De Pardieu Brocas Maffei assists with, among other matters, M&A work, project finance, public law projects and litigation. Jean-Renaud Cazali
spearheads the firm’s renewable energy financing practice, which is an important part of its offering in this sector. Thomas Bréart de Boisanger co-heads the practice and excels in transactional work related to renewable energy and infrastructure. Antoine Payen is geared to assist with energy project financing. Christine Le Bihan-Graf and Laure Rosenblieh left the team in 2024.
Autres avocats clés:
Antoine Payen
Principaux dossiers
- Advising ArcelorMittal France on its project to decarbonise the steel production process at Dunkirk.
- Represented EDF Trading Limited in the first case of sanctions proceedings in the electricity sector.
- Advising the sponsors (Veolia and Solvay) on the development and financing of the Dombasle CSR (solid recovered fuel) plant.
Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.
‘Distinguished by its unwavering commitment to excellence’, Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. provides advisory and contentious assistance to secondary sector clients and investors across the energy sector. Public administrative law is a key strength for the team, while energy and environment matters and sustainable development are further focuses of attention. The firm’s project finance offering is piloted by Marie Bouvet-Guiramand, John Crothers, Victor Grandguillaume, and Stéphane Vernay. Bénédicte Mazel heads the regulatory energy team and has a panoramic view of the application of public business law to public service projects in France. Alexis Pailleret and Anne Tolila are experts in transactional work, with the latter a key contact for public sector clients.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marie Bouvet-Guiramand; John Crothers; Victor Grandguillaume; Bénédicte Mazel; Alexis Pailleret; Anne Tolila; Stéphane Vernay
Les références
‘The team is distinguished by its unwavering commitment to excellence, adaptability to dynamic market changes, and a collective focus on delivering superior service. They do prioritise cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment, fostering an atmosphere of innovation and forward-thinking in all aspects of our operations.’
‘In terms of strengths and assets, the team’s deep expertise, seamless collaboration, and utilisation of cutting-edge technology enable them to consistently meet and exceed our expectations. They continuously strive to be at the forefront of innovation.’
‘Their unique blend of expertise, innovation, and dedication positions them favourably among their competitors. They are continually pushing the boundaries of what is achievable, setting new industry standards and serving as a benchmark for excellence.’
‘Under Victor Grandguillaume’s guidance, the team has demonstrated a profound commitment to excellence, adaptability, and an unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional service. Victor’s leadership fosters an environment that values diversity and promotes innovation in various facets.’
‘Great availability, quality of work delivered, and excellent and immediate engagement, even for last-minute requests. Great commercial sense.’
Principaux clients
Esso
Volvo energy
Equinix
Atland
Logicor
Grupotec
Imerys
Icawood
AEW
Fret SNCF
EDF
Legrand
AMEA POWER
Unibail Rodamco Westfield (URW)
Vauban
Caisse des Dépôts
Comax France
Hynamics
EKDS Nouvelle
Glencore Xstrata
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Sapro
ContourGlobal
Principaux dossiers
- Advising EDF on the design, supply and construction of its six EPR nuclear energy reactors of 1650 MWe in Jaitapur, in the state of Maharashtra, India.
- Assisting Legrand with a contractual matter with Engie in the context of abusive breach of negotiations.
- Advised AMEA Power, a Dubai-based developer, owner, and operator of renewable energy projects, especially in Africa, in relation to a 50 MW solar power plant project in the city of Bondoukou.
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Described as ‘one of the most comprehensive practices in the energy space’, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is equipped to handle the public and private law aspects of energy, mining and infrastructure projects in France and abroad. Core pillars of the practice are M&A work, project finance mandates and regulatory and public law matters. Pre-contentious dispute resolution is another key area of activity. Rebecca Major oversees matters and frequently guides French and Japanese clients through resources acquisitions and disposals. Nina Bowyer is well versed in cross-border restructurings and financing arrangements. Mathias Dantin has seen an increase in instructions relating to the energy transition sector such as battery energy storage. Olga Melo Zanelli bolsters the unit’s ability to handle major projects in emerging markets. Bertrand Montembault assists with energy projects in Francophone Africa.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rebecca Major
Autres avocats clés:
Nina Bowyer; Mathias Dantin; Olga Melo Zanelli; Bertrand Montembault; Michaël Armandou; Paul Morton; Thomas Herman
Les références
‘The team has very good knowledge of the energy sector, sending the latest sector-related and legal news to its clients.’
‘Mathias Dantin possesses excellent knowledge of the energy sector.’
‘A unique feature of HSF’s energy team that I value is its ability to advise with equal strength in almost any legal regime. HSF has advised me in a number of English, French and Arabic-speaking countries. Its Paris office is probably the best for matters in Francophone Africa. That, combined with its strong disputes practice, gives it one of the most comprehensive practices in the energy space.’
Principaux clients
ACT Commodities
Africa50
Albioma
Air Liquide
Akuo Energy
Aquind
Amarenco
Arcelor Mittal
Bboxx
BNP Paribas
BP
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
Centrica Energy
CGN Energy Europe (CGN EE)
Chevron
CMA CGN
Corio Generation
Dalkia
Diamond Generating Europe (DGE) (Mitsubishi Corporation)
EDF
Engie
Enel
Eni SpA
EOG Resources
BNP CIB
Banque des Territoires
Crédit Agricole CIB
GIC
Glencore
Hartree
Helexia
Indigo
Inpex
International Finance Corporation
Macquarie (Green Investment Group Limited)
Marguerite
Maurel & Prom
Meridiam
Mirova
Mitsui & Co. Ltd.
Nala Renewables
Neoen
OMV
Perenco
PowerCo (Volkswagon Group)
Renault
RTE
RWE
Sinopec
South Atlantic Petroleum Company (SAPETRO)
Statkraft
Total Eren
Tullow Oil
Valeo
Verso Energy
Voltalia
West African Power Pool
Woodside
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Renault on agreeing with Voltalia the largest corporate power purchase agreement signed in France.
- Advised Total Eren on a major project in Kazakhstan for the construction of 1GW onshore wind farm combined with a 600 MW battery storage system.
- Advised Etablissements Maurel & Prom on the potential circa £61.7 million acquisition of Wentworth Resources plc, an independent Tanzania-focused natural gas production company listed on AIM.
Linklaters
Described as a ‘cornerstone of the energy sector in Europe’, Linklaters‘ far-reaching practice includes advice on energy regulatory and competition issues, project finance and structured products. The team is additionally praised for having the ‘full range of services needed to develop, finance, build and operate renewable energy projects in Africa and other parts of the world’. Practice head Bertrand Andriani draws frequent praise for his involvement with the development and financing of energy projects in France. François April is equipped to advise on mandates involving renewables and infrastructure assets. Global project finance transactions are firmly in the wheelhouse of Stephen Le Vesconte. Pierre Zelenko is regularly tasked with major merger control matters, while Bruno Derieux‘s practice centres on corporate work in sectors including energy and infrastructure.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bertrand Andriani
Autres avocats clés:
François April; Stephen Le Vesconte; Pierre Zelenko; Bruno Derieux; Arnaud de La Cotardière; Justin Faye; Samuel Bordeleau; Aymeric Voisin
Les références
‘Linklaters is a cornerstone of the energy sector in Europe. It is always at the forefront of legal, commercial and technical innovation with detailed knowledge of market practices and very valuable risk allocation.’
‘In Paris, Samuel Bordeleau navigates the murkiest waters with mastery and creativity.’
‘It was very pleasant to work with the team, despite the high-stakes context of the case.’
Principaux clients
Vauban Infrastructure Partners
NW Storm
Kouros Investment
Eurazeo
Marguerite
RES (now QEF)
Nexans
Lhyfe
Legrand
Bpifrance
The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
The European Investment Bank (EIB)
Yunneng Wind Power Company Ltd
Glencore Energy UK Limited
Boralex
The Export-Import Bank of Korea
Africa Finance Corporation
Bpifrance
Helexia SA
Q Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised NW Storm, France’s first energy transition unicorn, on its latest fundraising, valuing the group at €1.5 billion.
- Advised the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) and a syndicate of 16 banks on all aspects of the landmark limited-recourse financing of the 488 MW Îles d’Yeu et de Noirmoutier offshore wind farm.
- Advised Lhyfe, a French pure player specialised in the production of green hydrogen, on its initial public offering and listing on the regulated market of Euronext in Paris.
Norton Rose Fulbright
The ‘excellent team‘ at Norton Rose Fulbright keeps on top of developments in the market such as corporate PPAs, hydrogen and e-mobility batteries. The unit is well placed to leverage its project finance experience, construction capability and regulatory prowess to handle major projects in Francophone Africa. The firm’s domestic and international client base includes industry players, investment funds and government entities. Since publication, Anne Lapierre, Arnaud Bélisaire and Simon Cudennec left the firm.
Autres avocats clés:
Ismael Sinaceur; Pierrick Ferrero; Mehdi Ait-Said
Les références
‘The energy team has a real advantage through its size and the specialist lawyers who are exclusively dedicated to energy.’
‘Ismaël Sinaceur stands out for his rigour and ability to deliver.’
‘Excellent team in the energy field.’
Principaux clients
Total Energies
ENGIE
Shell
INELFE SAS (RTE and REE)
Treis Partners Advisory Limited
African Development Bank (AFDB)
BpiFrance and Auxifip
Infinity
Sinopec International Petroleum Exploration and Production
Investindustrial Investment Holding Sarl
Energy Infrastructure Partners
TDF
L’Oréal Fund for Nature Regeneration represented by Mirova
Proparco
STOA
Swedfund
Tullow Oil Plc
CNOOC
TTR Energy
BPCE SA
Principaux dossiers
- Advised EIP Race Renewables 2 Holdings Sarl in relation to the acquisition of a 30% stake in Boralex, which operates a portfolio of renewable projects in France with a total capacity of 1,055 MW.
- Advising the lenders on a senior financing of circa €174.3m arranged by the African Development Bank for the development of a hydropower production project in Côte d’Ivoire.
- Advised on the financing by Bpifrance of the construction of the Kernebet wind farm, which is made up of four turbines with a total capacity of 8.6MW.
Adaltys Avocats
A popular choice for clients in the field of electricity and gas, the ‘dynamic and pragmatic team’ at Adaltys Avocats
is geared to work on issues including energy trust matters, market rules and renewable energy projects. The practice is also able to leverage its strong technical knowledge of the energy market to represent energy sector clients in complex, case-law defining disputes. Jérôme Lépée heads up the team; recent areas of activity for the experienced practitioner include advising energy suppliers in connection with investigations launched by the CRE. Gilles Le Chatelier‘s longstanding expertise in public business and administrative law is valued highly by energy sector clients such as Enedis. Cyril Delcombel is a key contact for public electricity distribution disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jérôme Lépée
Autres avocats clés:
Gilles Le Chatelier; Cyril Delcombel; Lucie Paitier; Pierre-Adrien Dubroca
Les références
‘A dynamic and pragmatic team.’
‘Adaltys is innovative in new subjects in the field of energy.’
Principaux clients
Altarea
Eiffage
Energy Transition Bank
GL events
Greater Reims
Boiron laboratories
CNR (Engie Group)
GRDF (Engie Group)
Teksial (Engie Group)
Equans (Bouygue Group, ex-Engie Group)
EDF
Enedis
Dalkia (EDF group)
Elmy (ex-Oui group)
Serfim group
Tenergie
Irisolaris
Energy pool
Ib vogt
Land and lake
SMA group
Res group
E.on business solutions
Statkraft
Occitanie Region
Avia
Region Aura
Proviridis
Sun’r
Aix-Marseille metropolis
Lyon metropolis
Jersey Guernsey electricity
Lyon airports
Marseille airport
Bordeaux Metropolis
E-pango
Principaux dossiers
- Advising and representing Enedis in connection with SIPPEREC’s challenge to the amendment of the financial clauses of electricity distribution concessions.
- Advising Irisolaris on the structuring of its new direct energy sales contract.
A&O Shearman
The ‘technically excellent team’ at A&O Shearman is praised for its ability to ‘handle complex transactions from origination to distribution’. The wide-ranging practice incorporates additional expertise in public law, regulatory issues and litigation arising from energy projects. Practice co-head Alexandre Ancel has amassed considerable experience in advising on the corporate aspects of nuclear and renewable projects. Public law expert Romaric Lazerges and infrastructure financing expert Driss Bererhi complete the leadership team. Adrian Mellor and Amine Bourabiat further bolster the firm’s capacities in the energy space.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alexandre Ancel; Romaric Lazerges; Driss Bererhi
Autres avocats clés:
Arthur Sauzay; Amine Bourabiat; Tzvétomira Pacheva; Adrian Mellor
Les références
‘A technically excellent team, which knows how to adapt to its environment.’
‘Amine Bourabiat is an exceptional lawyer. For me, he is one of the financing stars of the coming years.’
‘’The team is capable of handling complex transactions from origination to distribution, including complex refinancing issues.’
Principaux clients
Altitude Infrastructure
Bpifrance
Bolloré Group
Deme Group
Infravia Capital Partners
Phoenix Towers International
Vinci
African Development Bank
BMCE
DIF Infrastructure
Domo Chemicals
Engie
IFC
Natixis
Omnes Capital
Predica
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Bolloré SE on the acquisition of Bolloré Logistics by CMA CGM.
- Advised the borrowers on the financing, development, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of the 488 MW Îles d’Yeu et de Noirmoutier windfarm, comprising 61 wind turbine generators and associated equipment.
- Advising Ocean Winds (a JV between Engie and EDPR) on its bid to be awarded offshore wind projects in Normandy, Brittany and the Mediterranean Sea.
Asafo & Co.
Assisting with high-impact energy projects in Africa is at the heart of Asafo & Co.‘s energy offering. The team combines expertise in areas including project finance, transactional activities and strategic alliances, with specific knowledge relating to the mining, oil and gas, and power sectors. Pascal Agboyibor and Simon Ratledge share leadership duties. Agboyibor frequently provides legal and strategic advice concerning major African energy projects, while Ratledge frequently works with major European, African, Asian and international development banks. Bob Bastos is equipped to handle disputes on behalf of states and state-owned companies in Sub-Saharan Africa. Sébastien Gaudu excels in mining projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pascal Agboyibor; Simon Ratledge
Autres avocats clés:
Bob Bastos; Sébastien Gaudu; Gabin Gabas; Charlène Ntsiba
Les références
‘Simon Radledge is an amazing project finance partner who understands the client’s needs and provides sound legal advice, with a great commercial understanding of risks in project finance situations. He is a major asset to have on a project finance transaction.’
‘The team stands out for its technical ability, responsiveness and capacity for innovation.’
‘Simon Radledge is very impressive.’
Principaux clients
Société congolaise pour le traitement du Terril de Lubumbashi S.A.S (STL)
Republic of Gabon
Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
African Development Bank (AFDB)
Opec Fund for International Development (OFID)
Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA)
West African Development Bank (BOAD)
Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (“EGC”)
West Africa LNG Inc.
La Générale des Carrières et des Mines S.A. (Gécamines)
Principaux dossiers
- Advising AfDB, BADEA, BOAD and OPEC Fund on the financing of the 130 MW heavy fuel oil power plant developed in Malicounda in Senegal by Melec Power Gen, Africa 50 and Senelec.
- Acting for Gécamines in a dispute with the CMOC GROUP regarding the Tenke Fungurume Mine project, as well as discussions regarding the revision of existing agreements.
- Advising the State of Gabon on a landmark mining project, the Belinga iron ore project.
BCTG Avocats
Praised for its ‘unrivalled expertise in all aspects of renewable energy law’, BCTG Avocats' broad practice incorporates assistance with offshore wind projects, photovoltaic installations, marine turbines and many other types of renewable energy projects. Areas of recent growth for the team include hydrogen and marine energy matters. Paul Elfassi, Diane Mouratoglou and Catherine Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers jointly lead the practice. Elfassi is adept at handling administrative litigation, Mouratoglou is well versed in the implementation of agrivoltaic projects, while Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers is geared to assist with project financing. Nelsie Bergès is another name to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paul Elfassi; Diane Mouratoglou; Catherine Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers
Autres avocats clés:
Nelsie Bergès
Les références
‘The team has unrivalled expertise in all aspects of renewable energy law.’
‘Paul Elfassi and Nelsie Bergès are attentive to their clients’ needs and have in-depth knowledge of the sector.’
Principaux clients
EDF Renouvelables
Valorem
Total Eren
Voltalia
Jpee
VSB Energies nouvelles
WPD Onshore France
Total Energies
Andera Partners
Green Lighthouse
Dev ENR
Principaux dossiers
- Handled five legal claims brought by the Belgian state and others regarding the decision by EDF to go ahead with the Dunkirk offshore wind farm project.
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is equipped to assist with international oil and gas transactions, the financing and ongoing regulation of power plants, and project finance and corporate work for global mining and metals corporations. The team also enjoys longstanding experience of working in Africa and has a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape in various African jurisdictions. Team lead Barthélemy Faye is a key contact for global mining clients. Andrew Bernstein is well positioned to assist state-owned companies with international oil and gas transactions. Anton Nothias is a further key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Barthélemy Faye
Autres avocats clés:
Andrew Bernstein; Christophe Wauters; Anton Nothias
Les références
‘A dynamic, diligent team that is very respectful of the rules of transparency and good conduct.’
‘Barthélemy Faye, Christophe Wauters and Anton Nothias are all very diligent and professional.’
Principaux clients
The French State
Eramet
Compagnie d’Électricité du Sénégal SA
Republic of Iraq
Neoen
Petrosen and the Republic of Senegal
Principaux dossiers
- Advising the Republic of Chad and state-owned oil company Société des Hydrocarbures du Tchad in connection with the restructuring of the USD 1.3 billion oil-for-cash facility agreement granted by Glencore.
- Advising the French state on the filing of its €9.6 billion tender offer to delist Électricité de France (EDF).
- Successfully represented the Republic of Iraq in an ICC arbitration it brought against the Republic of Turkey arising out of Turkey’s violations of a crude oil pipeline agreement.
Jeantet
Described as a ‘dynamic team operating at the cutting edge’, Jeantet‘s energy and natural resources group encompasses expertise in project finance, M&A and public law issues. The outfit also wins praise for its contentious capabilities and is equipped to represent clients in litigation and arbitration. Hélène Gelas advises extensively on energy projects that contain public or environmental law elements. She co-leads the practice alongside international arbitration specialist Thierry Lauriol and regulatory specialist Adrien Fourmon. Martin Tavaut is well versed in international arbitration, while Philippe Raybaud and Alexae Fournier-de Faÿ further strengthen the practice’s energy transition capabilities.
Responsables de la pratique:
Hélène Gelas; Thierry Lauriol; Adrien Fourmon
Autres avocats clés:
Philippe Raybaud; Alexae Fournier-de Faÿ; Karl Hepp de Sevelinges; Adrien Fourmon; Damien Le Mouël; Martine Tavaut
Les références
‘Damien Le Mouël has great technical abilities.’
‘The team provide advice with great added value. They are trusted partners who follow their high-growth clients in any new development. They have a business-like and collaborative approach.’
‘Philippe Raybaud has proven expertise concerning, for example, the structuring of mezzanine debt in the energy sector in a European context.’
Principaux clients
ENBRIDGE
ISLAMIC REPUBLIQUE OF MAURITANIA – MINISTER OF PETROLEUM, MINING AND ENERGY
Réseau des Caisses d’Epargne
ORSANA – ECO DELTA
TSE
OMNES CAPITAL
CONQUEST ADVISORS FRANCE SAS
CREDIT AGRICOLE
CIC
CAISSE REGIONALE SUD RHÔNE ALPES
Q ENERGY
ENGIE
EDPR
H2AIR
AMARENCO
CDC – BANQUE DES TERRITOIRES
ANDERA PARTNERS
TENERGIE
ORANO
KGAL
URBASOLAR
GOLFE DU MORBIHAN – VANNES AGGLOMÉRATION
AGGLOMÉRATION DE LA VILLE DE LORIENT – SEM BOIS ENERGIE RENOUVELABLE
COMMUNAUTÉ D’AGGLOMÉRATION RIOM LIMAGNE & VOLCANS AND DANONE
SILOSUN
BPI France
SOCIETE GENERALE
AUXIFIP
SWEN CAPITAL PARTNERS
SUSI PARTNERS
VALECO
GENERALE DU SOLAIRE
Principaux dossiers
- Advised TSE on a €130m fundraising from Eurazeo, Bpifrance and a pool of investors from the Crédit Agricole group, represented in particular by IDIA Capital Investissement and Amundi.
- Advised a banking pool (CIC, BPCE Energéco and BPI France) on the project financing of Tenergie, a French developer and producer of renewable energies.
- Advised the Éoliennes en mer consortium on all aspects of the development of its offshore projects: Yeu-Noirmoutier, Dieppe-Le Tréport and Golfe du Lion.
Jones Day
Jones Day‘s energy offering is underpinned by its regulatory expertise and in-depth knowledge of the global financial markets. Key contacts at the firm include M&A specialists Alexandre de Verdun and Audrey Bontemps, project and asset finance expert Nicolas Brice, and public law authority Philippe Delelis. Rémy Fekete, Qian Hu, Florent Bouyer and Armelle Sandrin-Deforge are further practitioners capable of leading big-ticket matters in the energy sector. Significant areas of activity for the firm include the creation of joint ventures, corporate and tax restructurings, and equity financings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicolas Brice; Audrey Bontemps; Alexandre de Verdun; Rémy Fekete; Philippe Delelis; Qian Hu; Florent Bouyer; Armelle Sandrin-Deforge
Les références
‘Strong, caring, available and efficient team.’
Principaux clients
Agence des Participations de L’Etat (APE)
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC)
CVE (f/k/a Cap Vert Energie)
Electricité de Strasbourg
ENEDIS
Engie
IZIVIA
Noven (f/k/a Pisto)
TDF Fibre
TotalEnergies Renouvelables France
Veolia
Voltalia
Waga Energy
LPA-CGR avocats
The strong expertise in offshore wind projects at LPA-CGR avocats sits alongside a broad offering in corporate M&A work, self-consumption projects and litigation. Fabrice Cassin, Yaël Cambus and François Versini-Campinchi departed the practice. Marion Roquette-Pfister joined the firm from Norton Rose Fulbright in January 2024, bringing her expertise in public and regulatory law.
Autres avocats clés:
Marion Roquette-Pfister
Les références
‘Particularly detailed and up-to-date knowledge of the market in which we operate.’
Principaux clients
Iberdrola
GazelEnergie
EP Power
SNCF Energie
Driveco
JP Energie Environnement
Corsica Sole
Française de l’énergie
Green City AG
BayWa r.e
Qair
Groupe Manitou
Boralex
LCEET (La Compagnie Energies et Territoires)
TSE
Mayer Brown
With extensive experience of operating in Africa, Mayer Brown‘s energy team is equipped to assist with a wide range of projects in the renewable energy sector. Areas of expertise include hydrogen, hydropower, solar and wind projects. The unit is also lauded for its ability to handle precedent-setting liquid natural gas projects in emerging markets. Olivier Mélédo co-leads the practice and is singled out for his expertise in the development and financing of complex energy and infrastructure projects. Fellow team lead Alban Dorin has a strong track record in mining projects and infrastructures in Africa.
Responsables de la pratique:
Olivier Mélédo; Alban Dorin
Les références
‘ I value the team’s professionalism, rigour and speed of reaction.’
Principaux clients
Africa Finance Corporation
Africa Legal Support Facility
Caterpillar Financial Services
Coris Bank International
En/Power
Générale du Solaire
Karadeniz Holding
Millennium Challenge Corporation
QatarEnergy
Storengy/ENGIE
The Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania
The Government of the Republic of Benin
The Government of the Republic of Gabon
The Government of the Republic of The Gambia
The West African Power Pool (WAPP)
Total EREN
Principaux dossiers
- Advising the sponsors on the signing of the project documents with the government of Sierra Leone for the development, financing and construction of a 120 MW hydropower project in Sierra Leone.
- Advising Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) on its additional financing and investment in Nouvelle Gabon Mining (NGM), a company holding major manganese concessions in Gabon, and related infrastructure issues.
- Advising enpower RDC in the context of the development and financing of a high-voltage line between the Zambian border and the mining centre of Katanga.
Orrick
Described as a team that ‘always delivers’, Orrick‘s expertise in areas such as project financing, concession agreements and power plant management is brought to bear in an array of major domestic and international mandates. Christophe Lefort, who joined in July 2023 from Herbert Smith Freehills LLP, spearheads the firm’s offering. Contractors and financial institutions frequently turn to him for assistance with the construction and financing of energy projects. Public law specialist Geoffroy Berthon, PPP expert Yves Lepage, Foucaud Jaulin, whose practice extends to privatisations in the energy sector, and public contracts authority Constance Boillot are further key contacts.
Responsables de la pratique:
Christophe Lefort
Autres avocats clés:
Yves Lepage; Geoffroy Berthon; Foucaud Jaulin; Constance Boillot; Carole Schertzinger
Les références
‘Orrick stands out from competitors thanks to its powerful strike force of an experienced and qualified team in the energy field. The team is agile and very collaborative.’
‘Foucaud Jaulin and Carole Schertzinger are very attentive to our concerns.’
‘Excellent knowledge of the local African market.’
‘I have worked a lot with Foucaud Jaulin, who is particularly knowledgeable in matters of energy law.’
‘Good Francophone capacity, and knowledge of and experience in West Africa.’
‘The Orrick energy team is a safe pair of hands. They have been performing under very tight deadlines and always deliver. They are analytical, yet can make pragmatic decisions. This team is highly recommended and I could not be more grateful to have them on our side.’
‘Foucaud Jaulin is an excellent energy lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in his field and delivers succinct, commercial advice.’
‘Knowledgeable responsive and time efficient.’
Principaux clients
Africa50
Ardian
EDF
ENEO
Eranove Group
Gridworks (a subsidiary of British Investment International)
Société Générale
The French government (French Ministry for Energy Transition)
Total Eren
Voltalia
Principaux dossiers
- Advising the French government (the Ministry for Energy Transition) on the framework of the multi-annual energy plan related to offshore wind development.
- Advising Total Eren and Visolar on the project financing of the Villarpando 100 Mwac solar PV plant in the Dominican Republic.
- Assisting Gridworks, Eranove and AEE Power with the conclusion of concession agreements for the development and financing of mini-grids and power generation plants in the cities of Gemena, Bumba and Isiro.
Ravetto Associés
Independent French law firm Ravetto Associés is recognised for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the renewable energy sector, including in cross-border situations’. Public procurement, M&A work, company laws and project finance are all strong suits for the ‘extremely competent’ team. Paul Ravetto is one of a quintet of partners leading the team, and frequently advises clients on energy purchasing and sales contracts. Patrick Labayle-Pabet is particularly strong in public procurement mandates. Anne-Laure Proisy is geared to assist with mandates pertaining to the liberalisation of electricity and gas markets in Europe. The ‘extremely competent‘ Claire Bretheau and Lucie Balmette complete the leadership team.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paul Ravetto; Patrick Labayle-Pabet; Anne-Laure Proisy; Claire Bretheau; Lucie Balmette
Les références
‘A competent team who complement each other well. Communication between the firm’s lawyers is effective.’
‘Claire Bretheau is extremely competent and knows how to make herself available despite a busy schedule. She has extensive experience in financing and corporate matters, in particular.’
‘A brilliant team with unrivalled market knowledge. ’
‘Claire Bretheau is a very experienced lawyer. She provides quality advice, always listens to the client and thus presents itself as a real facilitator of financing and energy project transactions.’
‘Very experienced team in the energy sector, capable of dealing with a wide variety of issues, with responsiveness and systematic adherence to deadlines, producing rigorous and complete written reports.’
‘The Ravetto team is distinguished by its exceptional legal practice and in-depth knowledge of the renewable energy sector, including in cross-border situations. Thanks to Ravetto, we have been able to carry out several complex, cross-border acquisitions.’
‘Claire Bretheau stands out for her excellent legal knowledge as well as her long experience in cross-border transactions, particularly in relation to Germany. She also speaks German fluently, which gives us a competitive advantage with our German investors.’
‘The team has a very good understanding of subjects linked to energy and public procurement. Great responsiveness and quality work.’
Principaux clients
Alpiq
ArcelorMittalEnergy
Endesa
Iberdrola
Primeo
BKW
Mitsubishi Chemical Performance
CDC (Caisse des dépôts et consignations)
Storengy
Commission de régulation de l’énergie
SOVEN (Engie Group)
Petroineos (Petroineos Manufacturing France)
Edenkia
Proxiserve
TotalEnergies Raffinage Chimie
Rayonier
Norske Skog Golbey
French State
Sylvamo
Sphere
Aptar
STMicroelectronics
Landesbank Saar
Bpifrance
SpieCityNetworks
CIC
Compagnie Industrielle Maritime
Voltalia
H2Air
Industrie Werke Basel (IWB)
Deutsche Kreditbank AG
Régie 3D Energies
Alterric (formerly Enercon IPP teams)
Sunrock
Neolelectra
MET
Greenyellow
Ocean Winds
Terravent
Aventron
Elmy
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Primeo Energie Grands Comptes and Primeo Energie Solutions in two litigation proceedings against EDF before the Paris Commercial Court.
- Advising French public institution Caisse des dépôts et consignations on energy regulatory issues, negotiation of project contracts and the financing of a biomass power plant in a paper mill.
- Advising FMET (Demeter) and SPIE (SpieCityNetwork) on the creation of a special purpose vehicle in order to deploy the first stations of the new e-Vadea ultra-fast charging network.
Watson Farley & Williams LLP
The sizeable team at Watson Farley & Williams LLP wins plaudits for its ability to handle the structuring and financing of major energy projects, ranging from offshore wind projects to green hydrogen production plants. Corporate PPAs, acquisitions and energy interconnection projects are further areas of strength. Public law and regulatory specialists Laurent Battoue and Arnaud Troizier co-head the practice alongside corporate expert Thomas Rabain and Laurence Martinez-Bellet, a practitioner with longstanding experience of advising on project finance mandates in the energy space. Rachel Campbell and Antoine Bois-Minot are further names to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Laurent Battoue; Laurence Martinez-Bellet; Thomas Rabain; Arnaud Troizier
Autres avocats clés:
Rachel Campbell; Antoine Bois-Minot
Les références
‘The team has good knowledge of the industry, including the regulatory aspects.’
Principaux clients
Bpifrance
BPCE/Natixis group
Crédit Agricole group
Société Générale
La Banque Postale
Meridiam group
Tikehau Capital
Infrared/TRIG
Republic of Guinea
TotalEnergies
Engie
EDPR
Eiffage
Predica Energies Durables
Réseau de Transport d’Électricité (RTE)
Qair
BayWa
Ocean Winds (JV Engie and EDP Renewables)
Eolmed (TotalEnergies Renewables, Qair Marine and BW Ideol)
Amarenco
Driveco
ERG S.p.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advising project company Eolmed on the structuring and financing of one of the first pilot floating offshore wind farms in France, near Gruissan.
- Advising an IPP on the financing of the construction of the largest lithium-ion battery storage project in France and one of the largest in Europe, with a total capacity of 105 MW.
- Assisting developers with the development, contractual and regulatory structuring and financing of a green hydrogen production plant to be built in Port-la-Nouvelle.
White & Case LLP
The ‘high-quality team’ at White & Case LLP has an established practice advising clients in France, Europe and Africa on a range of green and brownfield projects, encompassing renewable, conventional and nuclear energy. Four partners head up the practice. Jean-Luc Champy is regularly sought out by public companies in the energy sector. Amaury de Feydeau has a strong track record in energy infrastructure financing mandates. Marc Petitier and Michael Polkinghorne complete the leadership team.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jean-Luc Champy; Amaury de Feydeau; Michael Polkinghorne; Marc Petitier
Les références
‘A high-quality team.’
‘Amaury de Feydeau has excellent skills and a great strength in finding solutions.’
‘The team has good knowledge of its clients’ strategy, structures, constraints and preferences.’
‘They give quality advice and are very meticulous.’
Principaux clients
EDF Renouvelables and Zero Waste (Green Fuel Alliance)
Compagnie Ivoirienne d’Electricité (CIE)
Emerging Capital Partners (ECP)
Eiffage
Atinkou
Eranove
Axian
Deutsche Gessellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
EMP Africa Fund II Management LLC
AfDB
BII
EIB
PROPARCO
EBRD
DEG
WÄRTSILA DEV. & FIN. SERVICES
Iberdrola Renovables
Bluefloat energy
Réseau de Transport d’Electricité (RTE)
Quaero Capital
Volta Trucks
Vinci Concessions
Themis Energy
Vauban Infrastructure Partners
DIF Capital Partners
Natixis
Société Générale
Fonds Gabonais d’Investissements Stratégiques (FGIS)
Coriance
NGE
Macquarie Asset Management
Enedis
Basalt Infrastructure Partners LP
Compagnie Ivoirienne d’Electricité (CIE)
ENGIE
Neoen
Fusion for Energy
Verso Energy
Téréga
Rivage
Région Grand Est
GRT Gaz
Sweetch Energy
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignation
TotalEnergies
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Export Development Canada
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting EDF Renouvelables and Zero Waste (Green Fuel Alliance) with the joint development of a large-scale green hydrogen and green ammonia project located in the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
- Advising Iberdrola on its bid submissions for the 1GW Normandy offshore wind mega-project and the south Brittany floating offshore wind project.
- Advising Atinkou and its shareholder Eranove on the structuring and financing for a total amount of €404m (including €303m in external financing) of a cogeneration power project.
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Notable for its activity in the power and energy transition space, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP wins plaudits for its transactional and advisory work, with brown and greenfield acquisitions, project development and project financings all notable areas of strength. Amir Jahanguiri heads up the team and is noted for his prowess in matters concerning the financing of highly regulated projects. Thierry Laloum frequently assists overseas clients looking to invest in energy projects in France. Antoine Bouzanquet is another key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Amir Jahanguiri
Autres avocats clés:
Thierry Laloum; Antoine Bouzanquet
Les références
‘Willkie is by far my favourite firm to work with. I have complete confidence in their work and advice.’
‘Antoine Bouzanquet is a dealmaker and defends the interests of his clients effectively and pragmatically.’
Principaux clients
Ardian
BBVA
BW Ideol
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
CNP Assurances
Credit Agricole CIB
EDF Renewables
Hydrogène de France
La Banque Postale
Meridiam
Nareva
Société Générale
STOA Infra & Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised a pool of lenders on an increase to the €55.6m senior secured loan facility and a €4m VAT bridge facility related to the financing of more than 2,000 EV charging points across France.
- Advising Voltalia in connection with a HoldCo financing of a portfolio consisting of three onshore solar plans (two greenfield plants and one plant in operation) located in the United Kingdom.
Aramis
Responsables de la pratique:
Cédric de Pouzilhac; Etienne Amblard
Autres avocats clés:
Marion Carrega
Les références
‘A very competent and attentive team with an excellent understanding of the sector. Very professional and provide sharp and relevant analyses.’
‘Cédric de Pouzilhac has remarkable expertise in litigation.’
Principaux clients
EDF S.A.
Enedis
Izivia
Syndicat Mixte Autolib’
Tahiti Nui Telecom
EDF Renouvelables
Encevo
Electricité de Strasbourg
Dalkia
Tamini
Agregio
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting and representing EDF in multi-counterpart litigation about the performance of a force majeure clause related to the COVID-19 situation within the scope of French regulated access to nuclear energy.
- Assisting and representing Izivia in proceedings initiated against the manufacturer and supplier of 200 electric charging stations in France (respectively EVBox and Groupe Cahors), with relation to product liability.
- Advising TNT on the bidding process to find an industrial, financial and commercial partner for a major 12 MWp solar farm project in Tahiti.
August Debouzy
Responsables de la pratique:
Leïla Hubeaut
Autres avocats clés:
Valéry Denoix de Saint Marc; Laure Bonin; Julien Wagmann; Julien Aucomte; Jérôme Brosset; Emmanuelle Mignon; Vincent Brenot; Ergen Ege
Principaux clients
Aktivco
NetZero
Voltalia
UMSI
TotalEnergies
Caisse des Dépôts
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Envision AESC with the implementation in France of a gigafactory project for the production of battery modules.
- Advised Cameco Corporation on the French law aspects of a contemplated acquisition of Westinghouse Electric Company, in coordination with Covington & Burling.
Bentam Societe D'Avocats
Responsables de la pratique:
Guillaume Ansaloni
Autres avocats clés:
Marie-Cécile Rieu
Les références
‘The team is as competent on the financing aspects as on the project aspects in terms of renewable energies.’
‘Guillaume Ansaloni, Marie-Cécile Rieu and their teams demonstrated that they were capable of managing cases in a very tight and unusual time frame.’
‘The team has in-depth knowledge of the client’s specific needs.’
‘Guillaume Ansaloni has the ability to find compromises that allow for balanced deals, without renouncing legal quality and the defence of his client’s interests.’
‘We are very satisfied with the work carried out by the Bentam team dedicated to project financing which regularly supports us in our operations.’
‘Guillaume Ansaloni, with whom we have worked for many years, is highly appreciated within our organisation due to his expertise in project financing.’
‘Bentam combines experience and responsiveness with a pragmatic approach in order to be able to finalise a transaction.’
‘Guillaume Ansaloni is an extremely competent and serious lawyer, as well as an exceptional negotiator capable of resolving complex problems with intelligence and insight. He always strives to find common ground between the parties and propose innovative financing solutions.’
Principaux clients
Credit Industriel et Commercial
Bpifrance
Auxifip
Ler Developpement – Watt & Co Ingenierie
Edmond De Rothschild Asset Management (UK) Ltd
Tenergie
JP Energie Environnement
Generale du Solaire
Reservoir Sun
Greenyellow
Caisse d’epargne cepac
Banque Populaire Grand Ouest
Credit Cooperatif
Semardel
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Bpifrance on the financing of a portfolio of ground-based photovoltaic plants of 87,8 MWp developed by French IPP Générale du Solaire, representing a total amount of €87,6m.
- Advising Caisse d’Epargne CEPAC, as arranger, and the financial parties on the financing of a portfolio of 265 rooftop photovoltaic plants developed by French IPP Technique Solaire.
- Advising Edmond De Rothschild Asset Management (UK) Ltd and other financial parties, as subscribers, on a €20m financing to CVE for the development of a pipeline of 293 MWp of photovoltaic plants.
Bird & Bird
Responsables de la pratique:
Sibylle Weiler; Boris Martor
Autres avocats clés:
Jean-Michel Communier; Stan Andreassen; Olivier Fazio; Sébastien Hoff
Les références
‘The team possesses rich and varied experience.’
‘Boris Martor is very attentive to our needs – it is highly appreciated.’
Principaux clients
HY24 and Clean H2 Infra Fund
DS Smith Paper Rouen SAS
Envitec Biogas Ag
Interxion France SAS
Minister of Energy of Cameroon
Alstom Transport
Canadian Solar
Amea Power
OFAS
Total Energies
Google France
Tikehau Capital
Renault
SolarX
Principaux dossiers
- Advising HY24 and Clean H2 Infra Fund on the framework of a minority investment in a Germany-based company setting up a network of hydrogen refuelling stations.
- Advising AMEA Power, a Dubai-based operator specialised in renewable energy, regarding a desalination complex and plant in Togo.
- Advising Tikehau Capital on the implementation of a financing and partnership with Carbon for a maximum amount of €25m towards the development and the financing of energy efficiency solutions in buildings.
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Responsables de la pratique:
Jean-Pierre Delvigne; David Blondel
Autres avocats clés:
Maryne Gouhier; Gwenaël Fassot; Charles Sechao; Michaël Haddak; Alice Leveillé
Les références
‘The team is always very attentive and actively participates in resolving the various points that could be raised.’
‘ The team gives pragmatic, business-oriented advice. A true long-term partner.’
‘The team has developed the most comprehensive industrial expertise in renewable energy in the Paris market.’
Principaux clients
Rgreen Invest
DBT
Arkolia Energies
Apex Energies
Qair International
Société Générale (previously Crédit du Nord)
Caisse d’Epargne Provence, Alpes, Corse (CEPAC)
Caisse d’Epargne Ile-de-France (CEIDF)
Prejeance Industrial
Bpifrance
BPCE ENERGECO
Unifergie (Crédit Agricole)
Banque Palatine
Helia Conseil
Caisse d’Epargne Aquitaine Poitou Charente (CEAPC)
Caisse régionale de crédit agricole mutuel du Languedoc (Crédit Agricole Group)
Reden Solar
Groupe Volta
Racines
ARKEA
Tenergie
Corsica Sole
Enerfip
R3
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Rgreen Invest on its strategic joint venture with NW Group and NW Storm and its related €300m fundraising for the development of EV charging and energy storage solutions.
- Advised Caisse d’Epargne CEPAC and Arkolia Energies on the €145m financing of nine project companies held by Arkolia Energies developing more than 400 rooftop solar farms.
- Advised Caisse d’Epargne CEPAC and Apex Energies on the €130m financing of Acacia Energies, a subsidiary of Apex Energies developing more than 670 solar farms, with a total capacity of 300MWp.
CMS Francis Lefebvre
Responsables de la pratique:
Aurore-Emmanuelle Rubio; Céline Cloché-Dubois; Claire Vannini
Autres avocats clés:
Thierry Postif
Les références
‘An attentive team with diverse skills.’
‘The team stands out for its professionalism, availability and attentiveness to the client.’
‘Competent, responsive and proactive.’
Principaux clients
GRTgaz
Ailes Marines
Sorégies
Océole
Veolia Energie France
Engie
Ionity
De Gaulle Fleurance & Associés
Responsables de la pratique:
Sylvie Perrin; Jonathan Souffir
Principaux clients
ACOFI (now SIENNA)
ADEME
AEROPORT DE LYON
AKUO
AMARENCO
AMUNDI TRANSITION ENERGÉTIQUE
ANDERA PARTNERS
AQUA ASSET MANAGEMENT
BANQUE PALATINE
BANQUES POPULAIRES GRAND-OUEST
BAYWA R.E. FRANCE
BOHR ENERGY
BNP PARIBAS
BOUYGUES ENERGIES SERVICES
BPCE
BPCE ENERGECO
BPI France
CAISSE DES DEPOTS ET CONSIGNATION
CAISSES D’EPARGNE
CAP GEMINI
CAP VERT
CARBON
COMPAGNIE NATIONALE DU RHONE
CONQUEST
CORA
CREDIT AGRICOLE
CRÉDIT COOPÉRATIF
CRÉDIT DU NORD
CRÉDIT MUTUEL – CIC
CRÉDIT MUTUEL CAPITAL PRIVÉ / FONDS SILOE INFRASTRUCTURES
DEMETER PARTNERS
EIFFEL INVESTISSEMENT GROUP
ENERCOOP
ENERGIE CIRCULAIRE
ENERTIME
ENGIE
ENGIE GREEN
EDF RENOUVELABLES
ESCOFI
EUROPOLE DE METZ
EUROWATT
EVERGAZ
FINERGREEN
GALILEO ENERGY
GÉNÉRALE DU SOLAIRE
GREENCOAT
H2V
HOLOSOLIS
IEL ENERGY
IMERYS
INNOENERGY
LA BANQUE POSTALE
LEROY MERLIN
LIGHTSOURCE
MCPHY
MERIDIAM
NATIXIS
NOVAFRANCE
ORION
PEARL
PHOTOSOL
QUAERO
R3
RGREEN
RWE
SMEG – SOCIÉTÉ MONEGASQUE D’ÉNERGIE
SOLVEO
SONNEDIX
SUNGY
SUN’R
SUEZ
TRANSPORT & ENVIRONMENT ASSOCIATION
TOTAL
TTR ENERGY
URBASOLAR
VALECO
VALOREM
VERKOR
VINCI CONCESSIONS
VINCI ENERGIE
Principaux dossiers
- Advised European IT incubator EIT InnoEnergy on the launch of the GravitHy consortium, with the purpose of building and operating the first green steel plant in France.
- Advised Girasole Energies on its EUR 96M fundraising with Mirova, designing a structured transaction with different types of legal instruments to enable Girasole Energies to exceed 500MW by 2028.
- Assisted the lenders of Urbasolar with the financing of a solar asset portfolio.
Dentons
Responsables de la pratique:
Marc Fornacciari
Autres avocats clés:
Jean-Marc Allix; Nicholas George; Dorothée Griveaux; Guillaume Kessler; Evgenia Laurson; Djésia Meziani; Caroline Pucel
Les références
‘The team stands out for its personal touch, pragmatic approach to solving clients’ problems and deep theoretical and practical knowledge of the practice area.’
‘Guillaume Kessler has great knowledge of the sector and is outstanding at negotiating.’
‘Caroline Pucel is eloquent and delivers practical and operational legal solutions.’
Principaux clients
Commerzreal Klimavest Eltif
CTC Mining
ENI France
The Ministry of Natural Resources representing the Government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana
B2Gold Corp.
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
Ministère de la Transition écologique
Misen
Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA)
STX
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the Government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana and negotiating the support for the client in developing a gas-to-energy project in relation to gas supply and associated agreements with the gas providers.
- Advising Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations on projects including the financing of a photovoltaic farm located in the Gard region, which was granted to Voltalia through its project company.
- Assisting Eni Gas & Power France in litigation against the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in relation to a gas purchase agreement, in which the region was the purchaser.
DLA Piper
Responsables de la pratique:
Ruxandra Lazar; Jérôme Pentecoste; Eric Villateau; Théobald Naud
Autres avocats clés:
Jean-Luc Heckenroth
Principaux clients
Association française des producteurs de géothermie (AFPG)
AVZ Minerals
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
Omnes Capital
LBBW
Maurel & Prom
Proparco
Amundi Transition Energétique
Société Générale
Vauban Infrastructure
Vermilion REP
RTE
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting AVZ Minerals with the development of the Manono project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and with related arbitrations.
- Advising an energy company on the regulatory aspects of its geothermal and lithium projects in France.
- Advising LBBW on the financing of the Myosotis wind power project in the Ardennes.
DS Avocats
Responsables de la pratique:
Véronique Fröding; Stéphane Gasne; Grégory Gutierrez
Les références
‘A very available and responsive team with good knowledge of public procurement and FIDIC contracts.’
‘They have a good combination of national and international experience, and are able to call on specialist legal advisors for particular expertise.’
‘The team is available, international and pragmatic. Stéphane Gasne gives clients confidence in his advice.’
‘A motivated and available team. They are business oriented, have excellent knowledge of the market and have good connections with the key players in the sector.’
Principaux clients
Eqiom
RTE
RWE
McPhy
Baywa
Eiffage Metal
China Three Gorges (Europe)
Sun’R
Steag New Energies
Fnac Darty
Menissez
DZBank
Hy2Gen
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Orange
Corsica Sole
Messer
ULogistique
Hydro Operation International
Piicto
Teréga
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Hydro Operation International on its joint venture with Axian Energy for the hydroelectric concession of the Imboulou dam in the Republic of Congo.
- Advised Eqiom on the development of an industrial-scale carbon capture and storage project.
- Advised RTE on the drafting and negotiation of EPCI and O&M contracts for the connection of AO4 and AO8 wind farms.
Gibson Dunn
Responsables de la pratique:
Darko Adamovic
Autres avocats clés:
Alex Bluett; Pauline Portos; Romain Marchand
Les références
‘Excellent understanding of the sector.’
‘It is one of the most extensive teams in the area, with the most individual members capable of managing a case. They have French law and English law expertise which allows them to cover a very broad spectrum in the energy and infrastructure sector.’
‘Darko Adamovic brings together the best qualities in the market because in addition to being an excellent technician, he is an outstanding businessman and a high-quality manager. He is very competent and credible in all areas of energy and infrastructure, and is clearly a star of tomorrow (if not one already).’
Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno Cantier; Christelle Coslin; Xavier Doumen; Olivier Fille-Lambie; Laurent Gouiffès
Les références
‘Excellent knowledge of law and practices.’
Principaux clients
Themis Energy
Bpifrance Financement & Caisse d’Épargne Grand Est Europe
Engie
TSK
Denham Capital
EDF
Albioma
CIP
Meridiam
Africa REN
Metier
Equator Energy
EQUINOR
Nuru
SBM Offshore
Statkraft
Orsted
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Equinor Ventures on its investment in the Series B financing of Lithium de France.
- Advising EDF on the creation of a consortium for the Surkhandarya 1,560MW CCGT power plant in Uzbekistan.
- Advising Nuru and its shareholders on its fundraising of more than $40 million and a further $28 million.
King & Spalding LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Mehdi Haroun
Autres avocats clés:
Nora Djeraba
Principaux clients
Anadarko
Rönesans Endüstri Tesisleri
Panoro Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Representing numerous clients in 22 investment arbitration proceedings brought under the Energy Charter Treaty against Spain, Italy, Bulgaria and Romania.
- Represented Spanish energy company Unión Fenosa Gas in three arbitration proceedings (one investment and two commercial) against the Government of Egypt and its national natural gas company, EGAS, as well as in an ICSID annulment proceeding.
- Assisting Panoro Energy in relation to the extension of the Sfax offshore permit in Tunisia.
Pinsent Masons LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Eran Chvika
Autres avocats clés:
Melina Wolman; Aude d’Argentré
Les références
‘The strength of this team is their experience in the sector, which allows them to give legal advice consistent with market practice.’
‘Eran Chvika and Aude d’Argentré provide very good client support, in addition to their undeniable legal expertise.’
‘Good knowledge of the energy market. The teams are organised according to the lawyers’ expertise, which enables them to tackle several issues around renewable energy. Very client-oriented and very friendly.’
Principaux clients
Monaco Energies Renouvelables
Energiter
GreenYellow
International Finance Corporation
NORD/LB – Norddeutsche Landesbank
Photosol
Neoen
Société Generale
La Banque Postale
WPD
Valeco
Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Monaco Energies Renouvelables in connection with the refinancing by Société Générale and Unifergie of a portfolio of 12 photovoltaic power plants with a total capacity of approximately 100 MW.
- Advised Photosol on the drafting and negotiation of its first corporate PPAs with Leroy Merlin, in relation to two solar installations which will generate an average annual volume of 45 GWh of electricity.
- Advised NTR plc on the acquisition from Samfi Invest of a French SPV owning a six-turbine onshore wind project, which is under construction, with a total capacity of approximately 15MW.
Reed Smith
Responsables de la pratique:
Peter Rosher; Clément Fouchard; Nicolas Walker; Baptiste Gelpi
Simmons & Simmons
Responsables de la pratique:
Yves Baratte
Les références
‘Availability. Technical skills. Productivity. Ability to handle pressure.’
‘The team demonstrates a professionalism, competence and responsiveness that is particularly appreciable and appreciated. The skills of this team no longer need to be proven. The team adopts a pragmatic and global approach in the management of the cases entrusted to them.’
‘Yves Barrate is a particularly talented lawyer with a strong focus on getting results. He has impeccable knowledge of the client’s business.’
Principaux clients
Djibouti Ports and Free Zone Authority (DPFZA)
Armada Metals Pty Limited
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
Great Horn Investment Holdings SAS
Encavis AG
KfW
All Luxury Suites Group SA
Africa Legal Support Facility
Bluegen Energy
EDF
CG International Petroleum Corp
Macquarie Bank Ltd
Vestas
Resource Capital Funds
Arslanian Group AG
Black & Veatch
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Djibouti Ports and Free Zone Authority on the negotiation of all agreements for a major joint venture with Chinese state-owned entities for the redevelopment of Djibouti’s historical port into a mixed-use commercial, business and residential area.
- Advising First Quantum Minerals Limited in relation to its copper-gold mine in Mauritania, including on an ICSID arbitration in respect of tax and royalty matters.
- Advising CGIP on the acquisition of an hydrocarbon exploration company holding several oil exploration assets in Chad.
Trinity International LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Pierre Bernheim; Marianna Sédéfian; Lucien Bou Chaaya
Autres avocats clés:
Stéphane Brabant; Sébastien Plamondon; Alexis Giroulet; Anne-Gaëlle Cottenceau
Les références
‘The team is attentive and is capable of understanding the most complex problems and proposing solutions.’
‘Marianna Sédéfian is excellent at resolving problems raised during financings.’
‘Pierre Bernheim has excellent knowledge of the regulatory aspects of energy projects.’
Principaux clients
AFD
Africa 50
Africa Ren Invest Ltd
Africa Synergy
Africinvest
Aggreko International Projects
ALSF
AP Moller
Assala Energy
ATI (African Trade Insurance Agency)
B2Gold Corporation
Barrick Gold Corporation
Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor
CIGen CO
Coöperatief Climate Fund Managers U.A.
Cross Boundary Energy Management
CTC Mining
EAIF (Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund)
EDFI Management N.V
EDF Renewables
EIB
Endeavor Energy
ENI
ERAMET and Grande Côte Opérations
Eurasian Resources Group S.à r.l.
Evolution II ESCO Mauritius
FEI Ongrid LP
Finnfund
Globeleq
Government of Ivory Coast through ALSF
Government of Malawi
Ministry of Energy and Hydrocarbons of Madagascar and JIRAMA
Meridiam
Norfund
Proparco
Qair International
Renewable Energy Performance Platform (REPP)
Scatec Solar ASA
Senergy2 SASU
STOA Infra & Energy S.A. (STOA)
Triodos
Voltalia SA
Walo Storage SASU
Winning Consortium
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Africa Ren and Walo Storage SASU on the development and financing under a project finance scheme of a 16MWp solar photovoltaic power plant with 10MW/20MWh battery storage in Senegal.
- Advising the lenders (European Investment Bank (EIB), EDFI MC and Triodos) on the financing of mini-grid projects in Madagascar developed by WeLight Madagascar.
- Advised Eni S.p.A on the disposal of participating interests in exploitation permits located in the Republic of Congo, including the negotiation and drafting of the related contractual documentation required.