Bringing together strong multidisciplinary capabilities in corporate and M&A, regulatory issues and project finance, the team at Cuatrecasas assists energy sector clients with complex projects across the roads, rail, ports, airports, water and social infrastructure segments, and renewable energy mandates, spanning solar, thermosolar and wind power. The team's expertise is underpinned by several key practitioners: Fernando Bernad is noted for his experience in energy financing matters; Félix Plasencia focuses on public law and regulated sectors; José Luis Rodríguez possesses vast experience in M&A and securities market transactions, particularly within the energy and infrastructure sectors; Luis Pérez de Ayala provides specialist knowledge in administrative and regulatory law.
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Key clients
- SCHRODERS GREENCOAT
- VOLKSWAGEN GROUP (POWER HOLDCO)
- FERTIBERIA (TRITON PARTNERS)
- ATLANTICA ENERGÍA SOSTENIBLE
- TOTALENERGIES
- OPDENERGY
- BANCO SANTANDER
- CAIXABANK
- BBVA
- ABASTIBLE (COPEC)
- LIGHTSOURCE BP
- ACCIONA
Work highlights
Advised Schroders Greencoat, a manager specialising in renewable infrastructure at Schroders Capital, on the acquisition of 49% of a 400 MW wind and solar portfolio from Repsol Renovables.
Advising Volkswagen Group (Power Holdco) on all energy supply contracts derived from the Valencia gigafactory megaproject.
Advising Fertiberia on its disputes relating to the gas contract signed with Enèrgya VM for the operation of its fertiliser factories.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Fernando Bernad; Félix Plasencia; José Luis Rodríguez
Other key lawyers
Luis Pérez de Ayala; Agustín Cerdá; Carlos Lasarte; Alejandro Bonitch; David Vidal