Looking to ‘pre-empt the issues that may arise’, Foot Anstey advises the full spectrum of stakeholders, including developers, operators, contractors and funders. The firm is well-versed in matters relating to the national grid and energy storage. The Bristol-based Ian Stubbs leads the teams, advising on construction and infrastructure matters. Kutahya Cherry advises developers and funders on solar, storage and EV projects. Mark Greatholder, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, is experienced in nuclear sector-related issues. Laura Rajanah specialises in matters relating to energy hubs and hydrogen. Christian Silk left the firm in October 2024.
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Testimonials
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Approachable, helpful, flexible, provide us with a tailored approach.’
‘The team are very responsive to requests and offer a very pragmatic/commercial approach to real estate matters.'
‘They look to pre-empt the issues that may arise and understand our risk profile to ensure we they focus on the areas that matter to us.'
'Laura Rajanah has been very proactive in engaging with 3rd-party lawyers and building a strong relationship with them to ensure the deals move forward in a positive and timely manner.’
Key clients
- EDF
- Welsh Water
- South Tees Development Corporation
- Stanska Costain Strabag Joint Venture
- BSR
- Elements Green
- WElink Energy Group
- Celtic Sea Power
- GRIDSERVE Innova Renewables
- Elmya Energy
- LG Energy Solutions Vertech
- Energiesprong UK
Work highlights
Advised South Tees Development Corporation and its associated group companies on the disposal of their private wire electricity network at the Teesworks' Estate.
Advising SCS JV in connection with its £5bn+ civil engineering package forming part of the £90bn+High Speed Two project.
Advised EDF Renewables on the drafting, review and negotiation of numerous sleeved power purchase agreements for the sale of electricity from its solar and wind projects.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Ian Stubbs
Other key lawyers
Kutahya Cherry; Dickon Court; Kee Evans; Aliki Zeri; Laura Rajanah