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Energy and natural resources

Octo Legal

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The team at Octo Legal brings strength to providing regulatory advice across the areas of electricity, gas and renewables. The team also represents in proceedings before market regulators. The team is jointly led by Maciej Wesołowski, who specialises in assisting entities with matters in the energy and gas sectors, with a focus on the investment side; and Filip Opoka, who supports clients in administrative proceedings regarding licenses for trading in electricity and gas.
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  • ‘The Octo Legal energy group is a team of seasoned lawyers. Very client-oriented, pragmatic and business-driven. Specialists in both regulatory and transactional aspects of energy law.‘

  • 'This practice is known for its in-depth knowledge of the energy sector and for managing prestigious and complex matters.'

  • ‘Maciej Wesolowski stands out as being the market leader for complex energy regulatory advice.'

  • ‘We had the pleasure of working with Maciej Wesołowski, whose expertise and professionalism truly stand out.'

  • 'Their strengths lie in exceptional communication, quick responsiveness and a proactive mindset. Compared to other firms, Maciej Wesołowski and his team consistently go above and beyond, making them our go-to legal partner.’

  • ‘Maciej Wesołowski stands out due to his exceptional strategic thinking and attention to detail.'

  • ‘Fantastic people that are easy to work with. Very proactive and diligent. Deep knowledge of the energy market in Poland. The team offers specialist expertise in the regulatory issues concerning renewable energy sources.’

Key clients

  • DKV Euro Service
  • Operator Gazociągów Przesyłowych Gaz-System
  • Elektrownia Wiatrowa Baltica 2 (SPV held by PGE Baltica and Ørsted)
  • Elektrownia Wiatrowa Baltica 3 (SPV held by PGE Baltica and Ørsted)
  • Orlen S.A.
  • PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna
  • EY (Ernst & Young)
  • Polskie Stowarzyszenie Paliw Alternatywnych (Polish Association of Alternative Fuels)
  • PKP Energetyka/ PGE Energetyka Kolejowa
  • Greenvolt Power Poland

Work highlights

  • Supporting PGE Baltica and Orsted in obtaining decisions granting support to secure investment in an offshore windfarm from the President of the Energy Regulatory Office.
  • Supporting Sun Contracting Poland in the transaction involving the sale of 3 SPVs developing PV projects.
  • Supporting the Towarzystwo Gospodarcze Polskie Elektrownie in the preparation of an analysis on the proposal of a new model for the capacity market in Poland for the period 2025-2040.

Lawyers

Practice head

Maciej Wesołowski; Filip Opoka