The non-contentious construction team at Watson Farley & Williams LLP is experienced acting on the full project life cycle, ranging from procurement strategy to construction contracting. It is led by Martin Lucas, who is known to specialise in offshore wind matters and project development. Barry Hembling is another key member of the team, who acts on international and domestic projects, while Emmanuel Ninos further strengthens the team with experience advising on renewable energy projects such as assisting with the procurement of BESS contracts.
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Testimonials
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- Responsive, accessible, and knowledgeable.
- Barry Hembling has been our key account manager at Watson Farley Williams for some time and is very quick to respond to any requests and provide clear and well-reasoned commercial advice, co-opting colleagues as necessary to meet deadlines.
Key clients
- Ampyr Idea AssetCo UK Ltd
- SDCL
- BP Pension Fund
- Cerulean Winds
- Equinor
- Flotation Energy
- GT R4 Limited and
- Offshore Wind Power Limited
- RWE
- Sumitomo
- TEPCO Renewable Power
- TotalEnergies Renewables
Work highlights
Advising RWE in relation to the development of the 4.2 GW Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone.
Acting for Zaha Hadid Architects in regard to its successful contractual negotiations with Lithuanian Airports for a new airport terminal.
Advising a consortium of lenders and hedge counterparties on the £594m debt package for the 1.45 GW (2.9 GWh) Thorpe Marsh BESS project.
Practice head
Martin Lucas
Other key lawyers
Barry Hembling; Emmanuel Ninos