Benefiting from an expanded Berlin office handling energy and infrastructure assets, Osborne Clarke GmbH & Co. KG displays a deep understanding of the battery energy storage market, particularly via Berlin-based Anna von Bremen, who stands out for her network of clients in this field. The team is adept in the realm of regulatory frameworks, especially those connected to the large-scale financings of battery storage projects. Alexander Dlouhy in particular is commended for his knowledge of the regulatory framework of the heating market. Martin Geipel, who joined the energy team in April 2024 from Noerr continues to strengthen the practice’s overall energy law expertise Practice leader Daniel Breuer is accomplished in renewable energies, PPAs, and energy sector litigation in particular.
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Testimonials
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- 'This law firm is known for its outstanding accessibility, deep legal expertise, and client-first mindset. Clients value the team's quick response times, clear and comprehensive advice, and the trust that they are always treated fairly. They are highly responsive and approachable. Expert legal guidance across various areas. Strong client relationships built on trust.'
- 'What truly sets this team apart is not just their legal expertise, but their unwavering commitment to being available and supportive. We have experienced first-hand how approachable and responsive they are.'
- 'The team demonstrates a deep and practical understanding of the complex regulatory framework governing the German energy sector. Their advice is not only technically sound but also commercially focused, which greatly supports our decision-making processes. A distinctive feature of the practice is its strong female leadership—many of the teams we engage with are led by highly capable women, contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking working culture.'
- 'Our lead partner stands out for a highly pragmatic and reliable approach. They consistently commit to realistic timelines and deliver on them, which is invaluable in managing internal expectations and project planning. Additionally, they have an impressive ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, always knowing exactly where to access the required expertise or information within the firm.'
- 'Anna von Bremen is an outstanding energy lawyer. She combines very deep industry knowledge with an outstanding commercial understanding and a remarkable service-orientation. Moreover, she has a tightly-knit industry network. More than once, she has been pivotal in ensuring the success of our projects.'
- 'Alexander Dlouhy stands out for his outstanding legal expertise in the areas that are crucial for us. This relates to the regulatory framework of the heating market, heat contracting and heat supply contracts as well as contracts required for the development of new heat generation plant projects, including heat networks, and the various forms of co-operation structures in this regard, in particular joint ventures. His advice is focussed and pragmatic.'
Key clients
- Ampyr Solar Europe
- Cube Green Energy
- Deutsche Leasing Finance
- EDF Renouvelables
- ENCAVIS (KKR)
- green flexibility (Partners Group)
- Green Fox Energy (Fox Group)
- Green Hedge Infra GmbH
- NORD/LB
- Obton A/S / Obton Storage
- Pacifico Energy Partners
- Rossmann EcoPower
Work highlights
Advising Cube Green Energy on its strategic partnership with SUNfarming, a leading German agri-PV developer.
Advised Deutsche Leasing Finance on a range of ongoing issues.
Advising NORD/LB as Lender Legal Advisor on its first EUR 86.5m battery storage financing in Germany on the basis of a 7-year Tolling/Flexibility Purchase Agreement (FPA).
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Daniel Breuer
Other key lawyers
Anna Von Bremen; Martin Geipel; Alexander Dlouhy