Howard Kennedy LLP‘s energy team represents a range of sector clients, including utilities, project developers and industrial consumers, on transactions involving carbon credits and battery storage projects. The firm is also well-equipped to handle arbitration and claims stemming from project-related contractual breaches. New practice head Kieran Stone, who joined from Locke Lord in August 2024, focuses on equity and capital markets, advising issuers and advisers on energy and natural resources transactions. Jonathan Cohen left the firm in January 2025, with Duncan Bagshaw departing in June 2025.
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‘The support we have received has assisted greatly in understanding the legal complexities of the sector and enabling us to understand and mitigate risk.’
'This is a very strong, collaborative team. Every member of the team has different strengths, so they complement each other very well.'
'A very high-quality firm which provides an excellent service.'
'Over the last few years, Arish Bharucha has become one of the leading practitioners for Indian work in London.'
'Eloise Crompton is very intelligent and knows how to run a case. She is a force of nature.'
- 'Arish Bharucha always impresses. He is a very hands-on partner with a very good understanding of the law.'
Key clients
- Atlantic Green UK Limited (Interland & Nofar Energy joint venture)
- The Republic of Ghana
- Eurafric Power Limited
- Carbonaires Limited
- MW High Tech Projects UK Ltd
Practice head
Kieran Stone
Other key lawyers
Arish Bharucha; Eloise Crompton; Jade Chalmers