Singled out 'for its in-depth knowledge of the energy sector', Watson Farley & Williams LLP‘s environment team is proficient in environmental impact assessments and in handling the environmental aspects of corporate, finance, and real estate transactions. Practice co-head David Diez is noted for his experience advising clients on the environmental considerations of energy, waste, and public infrastructure projects. Fellow co-head Luis González García specialises in waste, contaminated soil, water, emissions, and renewable energy issues.
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‘Knowledge of the sector. They are involved in the day-to-day operations of many companies in the sector and are familiar with common issues that may arise.'
‘Exceptional client service.’
‘As a team, Watson Farley & Williams LLP offers comprehensive, agile and quality advice, providing effective solutions.'
‘Problem-solving ability with a clear focus on the client.’
‘The environment area is an essential area for the development and construction of the projects we work on successfully. Therefore, the experience and analytical capacity of the team is essential. And in this, WFW Environment is a pioneer.’
‘The advantage of the environmental lawyers of the firm is their extensive knowledge of the subject, their analytical capacity and their availability and application to practical cases. They differ from their competitors in that their analysis provides an essential practical element and that they get down to the real fact to be solved, providing that possible solution. Outstanding names include David Diez and Alejandro Martínez.’
Key clients
- BP España
- Verdalia
- Q-Energy Europe
- Eni Plenitude Renewables
- RWE
- Matrix Renewables
- Alfanar
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)
- Opdenergy
- Plenium Partners
- Verbund
- Econergy International
Work highlights
Advising Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its CI Advanced Bioenergy Fund I (CI ABF I) on the framework of which a transaction has been carried out for the purchase and sale of two large industrial-scale biogas plants currently in Spain.
Advising BP España on environmental matters such as Greenhouse Gas Emissions and energy efficiency certificates.
Advising Verdalia on environmental matters related to the processing of biogas and Biomethane Plants.
Lawyers
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Practice head
David Díez; Luis González
Other key lawyers
Lidia Fernández; Alejandro Martínez