LCA Studio Legale advises on acquisitions in the biogas and biomethane sectors, as well as on share transactions in the electromechanics and power distribution industries. Jointly leading the team, Dario Covucci supports clients with drafting and negotiating agreements for biomethane and photovoltaic projects, share sales involving natural gas companies, and disputes arising from operational issues. Leonardo De Vecchi, another key member of the team, focuses on joint ventures for renewable energy companies.
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Testimonials
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- LCA colleagues (Prof. Castelli and Attorney Dario Covucci) always guarantee timely responses, thorough analyses, and flexible case management. Their collaboration goes beyond mere support, but rather supports the business in its day-to-day operations, effectively avoiding or managing critical issues.
- The team is able to fully understand the business's needs, a feat not to be taken for granted given the legal expertise of its members. This allows them to immediately grasp issues and propose solutions that are satisfactory for the company. As a result, the team is appreciated by both internal lawyers and management.
- ‘Dario Covucci is always technically and strategically impeccable. He is a brilliant and very talented lawyer, extremely proactive, reliable, offering efficient solutions and conducting in-depth analysis of complex issues. Dario Covucci stands out for his up-to-date market knowledge and is invaluable for his excellent legal skills and client-oriented approach. Moreover, he is very cooperative and transparent in negotiating the scope of work and legal fees.’
- 'Dario Covucci has exceptional legal expertise in energy practice across the power, gas, and renewables industries. He is always very committed and proactive, client-oriented and able to manage in-depth analysis of complex issues. We appreciate his up-to-date market knowledge and inter-disciplinary knowledge, which make him a stand-out partner and a unique point of reference.’
- ‘Well organised team. Solid competence and total transparency about the invoicing.’
- ‘High knowledge of the topics. Quick response to any request. Respect for deadlines. Always available.’
- ‘A pivotal figure in this area is Leonardo De Vecchi, whose leadership and legal acumen have been fundamental in positioning the practice at the forefront of energy law in Italy. With years of experience advising developers, investors, lenders, and utilities on all aspects of energy transactions, Leonardo is particularly esteemed for his ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and structure transactions that are both innovative and robust.’
- ‘LCA Studio offers profound expertise in technical matters and demonstrates outstanding responsiveness in managing potential emergencies, often arising within corporate structures and start-up environments, even under tight deadlines.’
- ‘The team is very well coordinated, responsive and highly professional. All members have extensive expertise in the energy practice and are updated with market trends and regulatory changes. They provide high-quality assistance both in oil and gas and in renewables industries, and effective problem-solving support, also to address associated ESG matters.’
Key clients
- A2A S.p.a.
- Adamant Ecodev S.r.l
- Agrisource S.r.l.
- APT S.r.l.
- Be Charge S.r.l.
- Be power S.p.A
- Belenergia S.p.A.
- Borealis Italia S.p.A.
- Calenia Energia S.p.A.
- Data 4 Services Italy
- EnergRed S.r.l.
- Expertise S.R.L.
- Exploenergy S.r.l.
- INDUSTRIE MECCANICHE ELETTRICHE - S.p.A.
- Iren S.p.A.
- KLK Temix S.p.A.
- Kuwait Petroleum Italia S.p.A.
- Le Ghiande Energy S.r.l.
- limenet S.r.l.
- Marcegaglia Group
Work highlights
Assisted A2A with its joint venture participation in a tender called by Consip for the procurement of public street lighting service for Italy.
Acted for Marcegaglia Ravenna S.p.A. in the preparation of carbon capture units to purify the approximately 350 tonnes of CO₂ per day of exhaust gases emitted from a cogeneration plant at the steelworks in Ravenna.
Assisted Be Charge S.r.l. with the drafting of a series of agreements to install charging infrastructures in Eni fuel stations and in third-party sites.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Dario Covucci; Leah Dunlop
Other key lawyers
Leonardo De Vecchi