Acting for leading energy companies, developers and semi-state bodies, Beauchamps LLP is well-positioned to support with RESS, DS3 and corporate PPAs, EPC and O&M contracts and project finance work, as well as due diligence and acquisitions of energy projects. With a renewable energy specialism, the group focuses on wind, solar, energy storage and green hydrogen matters, which team head Ainsley Heffernan has a wealth of experience representing clients in, notably with the acquisition and disposal of projects and joint ventures in the sector. Stuart Conaty is proficient in construction, corporate and planning and environmental law. Fiona Egan and Anne Maree Igoe‘s arrival in late 2024 expanded the group’s capabilities on energy projects and energy real estate respectively.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Commercially minded, responsive, and consistently focused on finding practical solutions rather than just identifying problems. Top technical knowledge combined with a deep understanding of the renewable energy sector, making their advice legally sound and commercially actionable.'
- 'Compared with other firms I’ve worked with, Beauchamps stands out as more agile and far more attuned to the commercial realities of developing and financing renewable projects. Their collaborative culture also makes them a genuine partner rather than just external advisers.’
- ‘Ainsley Heffernan has a rare ability to cut through complexity, stay calm under pressure, and guide projects forward with clear, solutions-oriented advice. He is approachable, pragmatic, and commercially astute.'
- ‘Working with Stuart Conaty and Ainsley Heffernan has brought excellent advice and guidance to our organisation on the various complex projects that we are dealing with. They are willing to listen and propose solutions to questions and problems.’
- ‘Ainsley Heffernan brings deep industry expertise and consistently applies a thoughtful, problem-solving approach to the transactions we’ve worked on together.'
- 'Stuart Conaty combines in-depth market knowledge with a practical, straightforward approach that makes him highly effective and easy to work with.’
Key clients
- Bord na Móna
- Voltclub
- Power Capital
- Kildare Innovation Campus
- Lightsource BP
- FuturEnergy Ireland
- Temporis Capital
- ART Generation
- Terra Solar
- EDF Renewables
- ABO Energy
- RWE Renewables
Work highlights
Advising Bord na Mona on Phase 3 of Oweninny Wind Farm.
Advising Voltclub on the finance and construction of a portfolio of three solar PV projects comprising a total of 24MW.
Advising the Platform ICAV on the development and financing of the Kildare Innovation Campus, involving a €2.4bn estimated capex cost.
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Practice head
Ainsley Heffernan
Other key lawyers
Stuart Conaty; Fiona Egan; Anne Maree Igoe