Acting for leading developers, investors, and government-backed institutions, Shepherd and Wedderburn advises on offshore and onshore renewables, hydrogen, CCUS, and transmission issues. Recognised for its strength in specialist areas such as aviation matters and ports, the firm regularly leads on complex multi-phase projects across the UK and is highly active in the energy transition space. Team head Clare Foster’s strong market reputation continues to drive a significant flow of project finance mandates. Offshore co-head Scott McCallum is a trusted adviser on planning matters for a broad spectrum of domestic and international developers, while onshore co-head John Morrison brings notable experience in energy-related M&A and private equity transactions. Craig Whelton, onshore co-head, handles consenting issues across a range of renewables and energy transition projects, and Susan Swan advises on grid connection and offtake arrangements. Tom Swan is well regarded for his M&A and corporate finance work, while Colin Robertson and Colin Innes contribute complimentary expertise in real estate and planning work.
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‘The team is knowledgeable and down to earth. Rather than sit in their ivory tower, they walk the journey with us. They have a huge corporate memory and apply their knowledge in a proactive, practical manner. Innovations include looking ahead at projects and suggesting introductory briefings that bring together topics such as rural and agricultural law so we can see a project from the other side.’
‘John Townsend (partner): depth of knowledge, always looking to collaborate and happy to bring in colleagues from other teams. He sees the client as an asset of the Firm, not an individual "secret". Colin Robertson: calmness and experience.'
Key clients
- Nadara Limited
- BayWa r.e. UK Limited
Work highlights
Advised Nadara on the Scottish aspects of a group refinancing for Nadara Limited. The transaction involved the establishment of a common terms platform and included the refinancing of Nadara Italy S.p.A's existing indebtedness, with Nadara Limited (the UK holding company) as one of the counterparties to the suite of finance documents.
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Susan Swan
John Morrison
Practice head
Clare Foster; Scott McCallum; John Morrison; Craig Whelton; Susan Swan; Tom Swan; Colin Robertson; Colin Innes
Other key lawyers
John Townsend