Maddocks’ wide-ranging practice encompasses financing, procurement and contractual matters, as well as advising on decarbonisation initiatives, competitive tenders and regulatory advice. Spearheading the practice in Sydney, Peter Limbers advises energy utilities, sector investors, customers and government clients on M&A transactions, privatisations and regulatory compliance. Alanna Mitchell is particularly impressive in the renewable energy sector, handling major deals and advice on all stages of the project lifecycle. Alena Stirton is a name to note for corporate and commercial advisory matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Peter Limbers has a deep knowledge of our business and extensive experience advising clients at all levels in the electricity industry supply chain. This allows him to provide practical insights in his technically excellent advice.'
- 'Alena Stirton has great knowledge of the electricity regulatory framework and is able to run negotiations on complex matters.’
- ‘The Maddocks Energy Team has deep knowledge and understanding of the energy industry and the commercial and operational drivers of those working within it. This allows them to provide advice that is technically excellent and provides commercially-relevant and strategic options.'
- 'Peter Limbers is known as an expert in this area which gives him credibility with counterparties in commercial negotiations and assists in securing positive outcomes for his clients.'
Key clients
- AGL Energy
- CleanPeak Energy
- Australian Renewable Investments / Clean Energy Solar
- EnergyAustralia
- Origin Energy
- Endeavour Energy
- Essential Energy
- Ausgrid
- Energy Exemplar
- Kidman Resources
- Infigen Energy
- Innogy SE
- WPG Resources
- Snowy Hydro
- PYBAR Holdings
- Iberdrola Australia
- Department of Industry, Science and Energy
- Edify Energy
- Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal
- NRN Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as the National Renewables Network
Work highlights
Advising the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) in the implementation of its Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS), which aims to accelerate investment in renewable energy.
Advised Origin Energy on the development of its mass market Electric Vehicle (EV) Subscription Project.
Continued to work closely with the National Renewables Network (NRN), providing specialist energy project and regulatory advice and contracts.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Peter Limbers
Other key lawyers
Alanna Mitchell; Alena Stirton