Public sector
Instructed by a client base ranging from infrastructure funds to German asset management companies, Gleiss Lutz is often involved in the construction of energy projects, with a notably varied client roster which the group advises on matters such as the construction of battery storage facilities. The group is noted by clients for its strong presence in M&A deals, including renewable energy joint ventures involving the joint development of offshore wind farms, which benefit from the knowledge of Lars Kindler, a renewable sector expert who is regularly involved in advising on wind turbine projects. Jacob von Andreae, whose public law expertise is a driving force behind the group’s advice to public sector clients, leads the team together with Cornelia Topf, an M&A lawyer who excels in advising international funds in the energy and infrastructure sector. Lisa Kappler is a key name for ESG compliance. The group also collaborates closely with the firm’s financing team, and notably with Eva Reudelhuber, a corporate finance expert.
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Profile
Position
Jacob is specialised in public law. His practice focus is on regulatory law in the energy sector, foreign trade law, subsidies and state aid as well as building, planning and environmental law. He advises in M&A-transactions with a public law focus and in real estate project developments, particularly in the energy and retail sectors.
Career
Jacob studied at the Universities of Oxford and Mannheim and has been a partner at Gleiss Lutz since 2016. Up until 2010 he worked for an international law firm in Düsseldorf. In 2010 Jacob became a certified administrative law attorney. He is a member of the German Bar Association’s Administrative Law Working Group (DAV) and the German Society for Construction Law (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Baurecht).
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Testimonials
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- 'Gleiss Lutz combines deep industry knowledge with a clear understanding of the legal challenges we face. Whether it's renewable energy, power generation, grid expansion, or energy trading – their advice is always first-rate. What sets them apart is their ability to deliver not only top-tier legal expertise but also practical and creative solutions.' 'The team was always available at short notice, provided well-founded assessments in advance over the phone, and then explained the issues to be discussed clearly and precisely.' 'The legal advice was conveyed clearly and convincingly.' 'Excellent knowledge, practical approach.' 'Good coordination between the team members. Solid capability in negotiation of M&A deals.' 'Cornelia Topf is solution oriented.' 'Marc Ruttloff stands out for his strategic thinking and deep understanding of complex regulatory issues. His advice is always clear, reliable, and highly solution oriented.' 'Impressive impact in terms of team strength and processing time.' 'The team had great responsiveness, overall approach and forward thinking. They were great at keeping strategic aspects at hand.'
Key clients
- TotalEnergies Renewables Apollo Global Management MEAG Qualitas Energy Pioneer Point NeXtWind United Internet Joint venture of Airport Munich and Deutsche Lufthansa Uniper Kraftwerke AGGM Austrian Gas Grid Management LichtBlick SEGRO Vindpanel ads-tec Energy Berylls Group Apparent
Work highlights
Advising TotalEnergies Renewables SAS on joint ventures with RWE AG for the joint development and operation of two offshore wind farms in the North Sea.