Ashurst stands out in the market for its expertise in a wide range of energy matters, including solar, geothermic, hydroelectric, biogas, oil and gas, and waste. The team is particularly active in providing advice on the construction of floating offshore wind parks and power purchase agreements. Practice head Carloandrea Meacci is regularly sought out by leading banks, infrastructure funds and energy companies. Elena Giuffrè’s recent highlights include regulatory advice on joint venture agreements in the mining sector. Energy M&A expert Anna Pinzuti and project finance specialist Umberto Antonelli are also recommended, and Nicola Toscano is a key contact for project bonds and hybrid financings.

Chiomenti houses a team of experienced practitioners whose focus ranges from oil and gas and renewable energy to biomass, bio-fuel, energy efficiency and regasification matters. They can regularly be found advising clients on a range of energy-related matters including project development, project financing, PPAs, acquisitions and regulations. Practice head Carola Antonini maintains a broad practice, encompassing renewable energy projects, infrastructure deals, public tenders and gas transport and distribution, while Mario Roli advises industrial operators and funds on acquisition transactions. The team also includes Elena Busson, noted for handling complex transactions in the gas, airport, telecom towers and transport sectors in Italy; transactions expert Giulia Battaglia; and regulatory matters specialist Filippo Brunetti. Manuela Cerulli is well versed in both conventional and renewable energy sources.

DLA Piper maintains an excellent reputation in the market for regularly advising on a variety of energy matters, spanning M&A and project finance, regulatory, litigation, tax and criminal law. Practice head Vincenzo La Malfa is noted for his expertise in securitisation transactions of energy efficiency projects, where he represents investment funds, banks and financial intermediaries in both advisory matters and litigation proceedings, while infrastructure expert Francesco Novelli is known for advising on the oil and gas, wind and hydro sectors. With specialism in administrative law matters related to renewable energy regulation, Germana Cassar is also highly recommended, together with Giulio Maroncelli, whose broad practice spans M&A, PPAs, revamping, and gas transportation agreements, areas in which Fabio Lenzini is also well versed.

Legance - Avvocati Associati’s specialised team of experts in the energy sector routinely advises on both lender and borrower-side financing projects, administrative matters and complex M&A transactions in the renewables sector. Chaired by Monica Colombera, whose broad practice spans the financing and structuring of projects, as well as M&A and joint ventures, the team includes energy and infrastructure projects expert Filippo Ruffato and Cristina Martorana, noted for her expertise in the acquisition and financing of plants, waste to energy projects, and trading. A number of clients from the renewable and traditional energy sectors regularly turn to project finance specialist Giovanni Scirocco and newly promoted partner Simone Ambrogi, while oil and gas expert Valeria Viti and Antonio Palazzolo, whose focus is on M&A transactions and joint ventures both in the infrastructure and energy sectors, are also recommended. Francesca Brilli left the firm and moved to an in-house position.

Green Horse Legal Advisory’s team of renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure experts provides comprehensive advice to clients in the renewables industry on project development, M&A, project finance, project contracts and power purchase agreements (PPAs), regulatory matters and litigation. Practice head Carlo Montella is a key contact in the team, which is particularly strong in the solar, wind, hydro and gas sectors, where Andrea Gentili stands out for his expertise in domestic and cross-border matters in offshore wind and the circular economy. Maria Teresa Solaro is known for her expertise in project finance and other financing transactions for energy infrastructure, including project bonds, corporate finance and green loans.

Advising on complex energy and infrastructure transactions, mergers of utilities in the waste sector, and measures envisaged in the context of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, BonelliErede has a strong position in the energy market. The team is chaired by ‘trusted advisor’ Catia Tomasetti and includes Gabriele Malgeri, praised by clients for his expertise in project finance, while Niccolò Baccetti specialises in matters in the infrastructure and transport, banking, real estate and automotive sectors. Daniela De Palma notably handles project financing and project bonds.

Noted for its expertise in the oil and gas industry, Dentons’ energy team offers full-scope assistance to clients on a wide range of energy and infrastructure projects, including structuring and development, project finance and project bonds, M&A, revamping and repowering. The team includes the dual qualified (in Italy and Germany) Carsten Steinhauer, who notably advises project developers, manufacturers, insurance and reinsurance companies, as well as corporate banks and private investors on acquisitions, sales, and development and construction projects, and Luigi Costa, who is consistently entrusted by clients for his prowess in solar PV plants, wind farms, biogas, biomass, biomethane and hydroelectric plants. Mileto Mario Giuliani regularly appears before regional administrative courts for litigation in the energy sector.

The specialised team at Gianni & Origoni is routinely entrusted by clients for its expertise in the energy sector, covering M&A, project finance, litigation, regulatory, environment and administrative law. Head of the practice Ottaviano Sanseverino is recognised for his knowledge of regulatory matters, development and financing of projects, as well as the import of gas and electricity; he also advises foreign and domestic clients on investments in the utilities sector. Giuseppe Velluto and Guido Reggiani routinely assist in the development of projects in the energy, gas, waste and water sectors. Administrative and environmental law expert Maria Loizzi is noted for her expertise in the field of conventional and renewable sources. Francesco Puntillo is now head of legal, corporate, regulatory and antitrust affairs at Enel Group.

Watson Farley & Williams’ team routinely supports clients especially in the oil and gas industry on a wide range of operations related to energy transition, while also advising on M&A, financing, project finance, tax, regulatory, competition, environmental and administrative law. Practice head Eugenio Tranchino regularly advises major corporations, private equity funds and lenders on high-profile Italian and cross-border projects, while Tiziana Manetti is noted for her specialisation in regulatory advice on energy and natural resources-related matters. The team also includes Mario D’Ovidio, who is particularly active in the renewables and natural resources, transport and infrastructure sectors; Giannalberto Mazzei, noted for his expertise in gas transport pipelines; and Matteo Trabacchin, who focuses on energy production from renewable and traditional sources including wind, photovoltaic, hydroelectric, LNG and gas storage.

With strong expertise in renewable energies and PPAs, gas distribution and energy storage, Bird & Bird’s cross-practice team routinely assists in M&A, project financing, project development and regulatory issues, and also has a track record in administrative litigation before the Italian Administrative Courts. Project finance expert Pierpaolo Mastromarini is noted for advising on complex hydrogen projects and offshore wind farms in Italy, while regulatory, antitrust and public procurement specialist Simone Cadeddu represents leading international companies in infrastructure and concessions, as well as renewables and oil and gas installations. Andrea Semmola notably focuses on the renewable energy sector.

Clifford Chance’s team of energy specialists routinely advises clients in the renewable energy, thermoelectric, hydroelectric and hydrogen sectors on all aspects of energy projects, including M&A, construction and project development, and real estate matters, as well as project and trade finance. Energy sector specialist Umberto Penco Salvi heads the practice, which includes Giuseppe De Palma, an expert in acquisition finance related to the energy sector, and global financial markets counsels Francesca Cuzzocrea and Chiara Commis.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP' team of energy specialists routinely assist clients in high-profile energy projects, complex financings, joint ventures, acquisitions and disputes. Francesca Morra notably focuses on energy M&A deals and project development, energy contracts, and regulatory and ESG matters, while Simone Egidi is noted for his expertise in project financing and project portfolios. Other key names are Giacomo Gavotti, who regularly represents utilities, infrastructure funds and oil majors in M&A transactions, and Chiara Miccolis, who specialises in the financing of projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

LCA Studio Legale routinely represents leading global and Italian companies and investors in both transactional and contentious matters related to energy stock management, circular economy, construction and acquisitions of renewable energy plants, and energy efficiency matters. The team is led by litigation and renewable energy specialist Dario Covucci and Leah Dunlop, noted for her expertise in complex energy-related cross-border transactions. Leonardo De Vecchi focuses on environmental and planning law, while Benedetta Mussini specialises in the permitting and authorisation of energy infrastructure projects.

Osborne Clarke‘s energy team provides advice on a wide range of energy-related issues, including renewable energy, energy storage and regulation, as well as photovoltaic, biogas, energy-from-waste and geothermal plants. Head of the corporate and M&A team Riccardo Roversi specialises in renewable energy, asset sales, M&A operations and joint ventures, while Giovanni Penzo is noted for his expertise in waste-to-energy projects, acquisitions and demergers in the energy sector. The team also includes public procurement processes and dispute resolution expert Giorgio Lezzi.

Parola Associati continues to advise clients on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions in a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, power and renewables, and is active in matters involving the energy transition and circular economy. Founder of the practice Lorenzo Parola notably focuses on permitting, contractual and regulatory issues related to energy infrastructures, while Andrea Leonforte routinely assists clients both in litigation and out of court in matters regarding authorisations, environmental permits, and real estate issues associated with the development of renewable projects. Energy corporate law expert Andrea Coluzzi is noted for assisting utilities and infrastructure funds in complex and innovative M&A transactions in the energy sector.

Pavia e Ansaldo’s team regularly acts for clients in renewable energy matters, with particular focus on the regulatory and commercial aspects of biofuels, project development, project financing and sustainable energy utility. Carlo Del Conte is noted for his extensive experience in energy and gas regulatory matters, automotive and e-mobility, while Claudio Cera’s broad practice spans wind, biomass, photovoltaic, geothermal, solar heat and hydroelectric, where he advises on energy project contracts and joint ventures. Another key contact is Carlo Emanuele Rossi, who specialises in the regulatory and commercial aspects of biofuel projects.

ADVANT Nctm advises leading domestic and international clients operating in the energy sector on both contentious and advisory matters related to M&A, compliance, tax, project finance, PPPs and restructuring. Federico Manili heads the team, which includes Eugenio Siragusa, recognised for his expertise in greenfield and brownfield projects as well as in the energy efficiency field; Raffaele Caldarone, who often advises clients in the oil and gas sector; and tax matters expert Guido Martinelli. Piero Vigano has recently joined the team and advises across the range of large-scale renewables, biomethane, CHP, storage, self-generation, distributed energy and energy efficiency projects.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP continues to advise clients on a broad range of energy-related matters, ranging from acquisitions and regulatory matters to complex litigation and investigations. Key contacts include antitrust law specialist Matteo Beretta; Marco D’Ostuni, whose practice focuses on competition law and regulation in the energy sector; and Roberto Bonsignore, who primarily advises clients on deals involving oil, gas, petrochemicals, biofuels and renewable energy.

EY TAX & LAW ITALY‘s energy team represents clients across the full spectrum of renewable energy technologies including hydro, solar, on-shore and offshore wind, energy-from-waste, biomass and biofuels. Mattia Riccardo Petrillo leads the practice’s energy and efficiency team, advising clients in the oil and gas, electric and alternative energy sectors, while head of the energy finance team Oriana Granato notably focuses on the implementation of energy transition and circular economy projects, PPPs, project finance-based loan agreements and M&A transactions. Maria Cristina Breida leads the environment, climate change and sustainability team, which assists clients in innovative energy-from-waste, biomass and biofuels projects.

Led by Francesco Sciaudone, who routinely advises on energy efficiency projects and acquisitions, Grimaldi Alliance has recently handled complex work on the acquisition, financing and refinancing of several photovoltaic, hydroelectric and wind projects. The team is also well versed in litigation and regulatory matters, where Daniela Fioretti, with a specific focus on public contribution to support investment on the renewable energy market, is particularly active. Rosaria Arancio is noted for assisting with projects concerning renewable energy investments and hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation matters.

L&B Partners Avvocati Associati fields a robust team of professionals who regularly act for banks, institutional investors, and national and international investment funds with regard to the acquisition, financing and refinancing of electricity generation plants based on renewable and traditional sources, as well as the management of projects for power plants. Practice head Michele Di Terlizzi is the key contact, while administrative law expert Pina Lombardi notably focuses on the purchase, financing and refinancing of renewable and traditional power plants.

Macchi di Cellere Gangemi handles a variety of energy sector-related M&A projects, with Claudio Visco concentrating on oil and gas matters, as well as on acquisitions, project finance, and asset-backed and structured finance. Silvia Dell’Atti is also well versed in these areas, and Marco Sella assists on power generation projects.

Active from January 1st 2024 as the result of a merger between partners of Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli, PedersoliGattai’s energy team assists clients from the wind, solar, hydropower, biomass, and oil and gas sectors. The team is equipped to advise on a wide range of matters, from corporate and administrative law – including authorisation, regulatory and environmental issues – to project financing, banking and litigation. Carla Mambretti leads the team, routinely advising on corporate, M&A and project finance transactions in the energy sector, an area in which Luca Saraceni is also particularly well versed. Giovan Battista Santangelo advises on the financing, purchase and sale of all sorts of energy-related projects. Project finance transactions expert Nicola Gaglione and energy law specialist Sergio Fienga are also noted.

CBA Studio Legale e Tributario’s multi-disciplinary energy, infrastructure and project finance practice advises clients on M&A and private equity transactions, contracts related to electric power and gas utilities as well as the development and financing of projects. Head of the banking, finance and insurance department Francesco Dialti assists major players in the renewables sector, while head of the administrative and public law department Fabrizio Magrì regularly co-operates with the energy department in transactions and advisory work.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle’s practice focuses on the oil and gas sector, where it advises clients on acquisitions, supplies, due diligence and regulatory matters. The team is jointly led by banking, finance and real estate specialist Alfonso de Marco, transactional M&A expert Daniela Della Rosa, and Carmine Gravina, who advises on the acquisition and operation of solar and wind plants in Italy.

Deloitte Legal Italy -Società tra Avvocati a r.l.‘s energy team is noted for regularly handling M&A transactions – an area in which Giorgio Mariani is an expert – as well as PPPs and project financing operations in the renewable energy sector, with focus on photovoltaic, hydroelectric, onshore and offshore wind, and biomass. The team also provides regulatory legal assistance on energy projects regarding the construction of energy plants, authorisations and environmental impact assessments. Francesco Paolo Bello is particularly well versed in these areas, while head of the energy department Filippo Manaresi is noted for his expertise in the renewables, oil and gas and infrastructure sectors.

Eversheds Sutherland Associazione Professionale notably advises on project development, project finance and acquisitions in both the renewable energy sector and in the oil and gas industry. Clean energy sector expert Daniela Viaggio and Giuseppe La Rosa, noted for his focus on renewable energy source-based plants, are the key contacts. The team is also active in energy-related litigation, as well as in the drafting and implementation of compliance programmes, where energy regulatory specialist Alessandro Greco is highly recommended.

Led by M&A and project finance deals expert Paolo Esposito, Greenberg Traurig Santa Maria’s energy practice handles a wide range of energy matters including M&A, joint ventures, development, financing and construction of electric power generation projects and natural gas infrastructure projects. Clients also seek the department’s advice on regulatory and compliance issues. The team includes Carlo Scaglioni, noted for assisting companies in both domestic and cross-border energy transactions.

Hogan Lovells International LLP’s Italian team routinely handles complex cross-border matters for clients across the entire energy sector, including oil and gas, renewables and energy efficiency. The team includes international and domestic M&A transaction expert Luca Picone and energy regulatory specialist Francesca Angeloni.

Founded in early 2020 and headed by energy finance transactions specialist Marco Muscettola, Lexia’s energy team assists clients with acquisitions, joint ventures, project financing and the development of renewable energy plants. Pinella Altiero is particularly active in the department, providing comprehensive advice on authorisation processes for the construction of plants.

PwC TLS Avvocati e Commercialisti‘s energy team is consistently engaged by clients for advice on a wide range of energy-related matters. In the renewable energy sector, team lead Tommaso Tomaiuolo notably assists on development projects, acquisitions and sales with regard to solar, wind, biomass and geothermal energy, while in the gas and electricity space the team has recently handled PPPs for the supply of electricity from renewable sources. Active in the financing of renewable and conventional energy projects, Gianluca De Donno is also noted.

The energy practice at CMS covers M&A, commercial contracts, administrative and regulatory matters as well as tax law, where tax energy specialist Stefano Chirichigno is a key contact. The team can regularly be found advising clients in the renewable energy sector, and routinely represents investors in the acquisition, disposal and restructuring of photovoltaic plants, as well as in related litigation. Practice head Pietro Cavasola comes highly recommended, and Matteo Ciminelli notably focuses on energy M&A, permitting, subsidy arrangements and project contracts.

K&L Gates‘ team concentrates on the conventional energy sector, with an emphasis on oil and gas, where it represents clients in administrative disputes and claims. The practice includes Andrea Campana, who is recognised for his expertise in energy and construction litigation. Paolo Zamberletti left the firm.

Linklaters Studio Legale Associato Studio Legale Associato’ energy team provides comprehensive advice to corporates and financial institutions on renewable energy and oil and gas transactions, project finance, acquisitions and commercial contracts. The practice is led by the dual qualified (in Italy and England and Wales) Tessa Lee, who focuses on the renewable energy, oil and gas, and conventional power sectors.