The clean energy team at Freeths LLP stands out for its ‘sector knowledge and experience’, particularly concerning solar, battery storage, and electric vehicle infrastructure assets. Clare King leads the practice and acts for developers, corporates, and asset managers in development matters, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures. Michael Bray, Deborah Harvey, and Liam O’Flynn stand out for their expertise on commercial contracts, while Suriya Edwards is notable for her advice on construction, EPC, and O&M contracts.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very good understanding and knowledge of the end to end transaction on renewable projects, both on the acquisition side and the sell side.’

  • 'Excellent quality, very personable. Always willing to take time to answer questions.'

  • 'Down to earth. Willing to help us understand the commercial aspects as well as the legal aspects.'

  • 'We highly value Freeths' sector knowledge and experience.'

  • 'The Freeths team is incredibly generous with their time and actively engage in supporting the wider business outside of day-to-day matter management.'

  • ‘Michael Bray is very thorough, logical and good at communicating issues and options.’

  • 'Deborah Harvey has curated a team that works well together and enhances our overall performance. Deborah goes above and beyond to nurture the client relationship.'

  • 'Michael Bray provides expert advice. He is focused on completing projects to a gold standard, reaching commercial positions without compromising future fundability.'

  • 'Excellent combination of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills.'

  • 'A practical rather than theoretical approach which is practiced by all team members with consistent and visible leadership from partners and senior team members, assisting clients with a direct and clear approach.'

Key clients

  • Centrica plc
  • ENGIE UK
  • Equans
  • Photovolt Development Partners GmbH
  • Funds advised by Catalyst Capital LLP
  • Group companies of Greensphere Capital
  • SmartParc
  • Vital Energi
  • Firstway Energy
  • Wattstor Group
  • Clean Earth Energy Group
  • Solos Power
  • RE Projects Developments Limited
  • Landmark Power
  • Plymouth Energy Community and Plymouth Council
  • Allego UK
  • Equitix
  • Fleete Group

Practice head

Clare King

Other key lawyers

Michael Bray; Suriya Edwards; Deborah Harvey; Liam O’Flynn