Clare Burgess > Clifford Chance LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Clifford Chance LLP continues to secure a leading position in the renewable energy sector, demonstrating considerable expertise in both offshore and onshore wind, as well as solar energy projects. The firm’s energy transition group stands out for assisting clients with complex, high-value work in the energy transition space, notably including green hydrogen projects. Beyond her expertise in offshore wind projects and renewable energy transactions, practice co-head Clare Burgess is noted for sustainable bonds and green bonds work. Praveen Jagadish leads the charge within London’s green hydrogen group, specialising in low-carbon energy generation solutions. The team also includes Nicholas Hughes, recognised for having recently advised on some of Africa’s largest renewables’ transactions, and Jonathan Dillon, an expert in domestic and cross-border M&A related to clean energy, renewables and brownfield infrastructure assets.

Trusted by multiple premier lenders and sponsors for marquee projects around the world, Clifford Chance LLP is one of the strongest energy and infrastructure financing practices in the market. Clare Burgess, who is now both co-head of the Worldwide Projects group and co-head of the Energy sector, is a highly experienced finance practitioner who handles a range of international projects, spanning transport, social infrastructure, and renewables. Michael Pearson draws on his deep PFI/PPP knowledge to act on large-scale projects across EMEA, while Praveen Jagadish, also noted for his PFI/PPP expertise, advises in relation to novel funding models. Edward Bretherton’s practice focuses on procurement and construction related issues, and Bryony Theaker, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, works with lenders and sponsors involved in energy transition and digital infrastructure deals. Caireen McCluskey is sought out by lenders, procuring authorities and developers engaging with landmark projects across the wider EMEA region. Craig Nethercott – noted for his international projects work – joined from Latham & Watkins in September 2023.