The ‘technically excellent, responsive and focused’ energy team at Mason Hayes & Curran LLP assists on large-scale and critical mandates concerning energy transition and security projects. Construction, infrastructure and utilities expert Eoin Cassidy is a ’true energy guru’, acting for leading domestic energy developers and operators on project development, construction, and transactional mandates. Construction department head Rory Kirrane SC and disputes specialist Hannah Devoy provide key strategic advice to energy generators, particularly in contentious matters concerning gas and electricity capacity and supply issues. Offering a deep specialism in environmental law matters, Deirdre Nagle is a key contact on contentious and advisory mandates concerning project planning and consenting. David Gunn is another name to note.
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Testimonials
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‘Responsiveness, a practical approach and deep industry knowledge.’
‘The team has been our go-to on energy matters for several years. They are technically excellent, responsive and focused on providing practical advice.’
‘Very personable team who are not afraid to provide a view to their clients on matters requiring client decision.’
‘Eoin Cassidy leads the team and is a true energy guru.’
‘Deirdre Nagle and Grainne Tiernan are very personable and knowledgeable in their sector. You feel confident that you are in good hands with Deirdre Nagle and that she will "own" matters and issues.’
'Rob McDwyer is always thinking two steps ahead and anticipating issues before they arise. We are happy to have him in our corner.'
Key clients
- SSE
- Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale
- EirGrid plc
- EDF Renewables
- ib vogt
- Highfield Solar
- Statkraft Ireland
- Elgin Energy
- BayWa
- Greencoat Renewables
Work highlights
Advising SSE on all aspects of the offshore lease, consenting, development and procurement of Phase II of the Arklow Bank Wind Farm with a projected capacity of 800MW.
Advising Greener Ideas Limited, a joint venture between Bord Gáis Energy Limited and Mountside Partners Limited, on the construction and connection to the transmission system of two circa 100MW dual fuel generation power stations via a joint development structure.
Acted for Elgin Energy Services Limited on the forward sale of a portfolio of 16 solar farm projects located across Ireland to Allianz Capital Partners (on behalf of Allianz Insurance Companies and other institutional investors).
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Eoin Cassidy
Other key lawyers
Rory Kirrane; Hannah Devoy; Deirdre Nagle; Rob McDwyer; Grainne Tiernan; David Gunn