The energy and natural resources sector group at DLA Piper stands out for its ‘business-minded and practical advice’ on major transactional and development matters. Natasha Luther-Jones heads the team, acting on company-scale and portfolio M&A, project and portfolio financings, and development and construction matters across onshore wind, solar, BESS, and electric assets. Stephen Atkinson assists sponsors in the acquisition and disposal of portfolios and asset stakes. Rubayet Choudhury advises notable domestic and European lenders, sponsors, and private equity firms on diverse and innovative financing mechanisms. A particular expert regarding EPC and O&M contracts, Sarah Thomas aids in the development and construction of landmark renewable generation and storage projects.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is experienced, professional and efficient at working together, with a collective understanding of renewable projects and the key risks for clients.’
‘This team's thinking is way beyond others in this sector and the way they problem solve and think about tactics is very impressive.’
‘Exceptional understanding of the business and industry unparalleled experience in EMEA. Very customer-oriented, business-minded and practical advice - proactive and solution-minded.’
- ‘Natasha Luther-Jones is a giant in the sector and an amazing leader in the firm.'
- 'Rubayet Choudhry works hard, is very responsive, and is a great thinker.’
- ‘Jacques Camilleri's hard work, skill and resilience played a key role in the success of our transactions. He quickly became a core member of our team, and his support and efficiency were invaluable in driving the deal to a successful conclusion - he worked tirelessly to keep driving progress and approached every challenge with a balanced and pragmatic view.’
Key clients
- Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners
- Ameresco
- Sustainability Roundtable Inc
- Level Ten Energy Inc
- Elgin Energy
- NORD/LB
- E.ON
- Be.EV
- Victory Hill Capital Partners LLP
- Hennes & Mauritz (H&M)
- Schroders Greencoat UK Wind plc
- BayWa r.e
- National Westminster Bank plc
- Siemens Financial Services
- Bluefield Partners LLP
- Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.
- Manchester City Council
- Luminous Energy
- Unilever
- Ardagh Glass
Work highlights
Advising Elgin Energy in connection with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ acquisition of a majority stake in Elgin Energy through its flagship CI V fund.
Advising NORD/LB, as sole mandated lead arranger and senior lender, on the construction bridge financing of the 121 MWp Kukas solar PV project in Latvia.
Advising Be.EV on the innovative financing for the continued large-scale roll-out of an ultra-rapid and rapid EV charging network across the UK.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Natasha Luther-Jones
Other key lawyers
Stephen Atkinson; Rubayet Choudhury; Sarah Thomas; Charlotte Eliades; Jacques Camilleri