DLA Piper Weiss-Tessbach Rechtsanwälte GmbH is recognised for its energy and infrastructure capabilities and is particularly well-versed in cross-border mandates. Practice head Andreas Gunst is an expert in gas pipeline transactions and related regulatory issues. He also heads up the firm’s global climate change practice. Co-head Jasna Zwitter-Tehovnik’s diverse practice encompasses energy and infrastructure projects and financings, as well as cross-border M&A and privatisations. Valentina Eigner is a key contact for contract negotiation issues within the renewable energy sector.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A particular standout is Jasna Zwitter-Tehovnik. We especially value her ability to combine technical precision with pragmatic judgement, ensuring that legal solutions are not only correct but also commercially viable. Her responsiveness, reliability, and ability to anticipate our needs make her an indispensable partner.’
- 'The team is hands-on and a sense of security is felt when working with them.'
- 'Knowledgeable and highly skilled legal experts, very professional. Availability and turnaround times are very impressive in addition to the high quality of work.'
- ‘Jasna Zwitter-Tehovnik has excellent availability and a broad knowledge of legal matters.’
Key clients
- International Finance Corporation and the World Bank Group
- CCE Solutions Deutschland
- European Investment Bank
- Citigroup Global Markets Limited
- Deutsch Energie agentur
- Statkraft Markets GmbH
- Citigroup
- Enspired GmbH
- Gas Infrastructure Europe
- Central European Gas Hub
- WEB Windenergie AG
- Visit Kurdistan Ltd
- STRABAG
Work highlights
Advised Verbund on a portfolio of hydrogen projects in Austria and Germany.
Advised International Finance Corporation on a PPP airport project in Baghdad, covering due diligence, strategic structuring and procurement process design.
Advised the Central European Gas Hub and Gas Infrastructure Europe on the energy and financial services regulatory treatment of their operations and their reporting obligations.
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
Andreas Gunst; Jasna Zwitter-Tehovnik
Other key lawyers
Valentina Eigner