Jones Day maintains a significant presence in Spain’s energy and natural resources sector, advising on renewable energy project development, regulatory matters, disputes and project financing. Fernando Lillo leads the Madrid-based project finance team, acting on energy transition and infrastructure financings and acquisitions. Raimundo Ortega handles regulatory and antitrust issues, including REMIT investigations. Javier López Antón advises on cross-border projects and acquisition finance, while Antonio Canales focuses on energy disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes Jones Day's practice unique is its clear strategic focus from the outset, combined with great flexibility throughout the arbitration process. They are one of the easiest litigation teams to work with, thanks to their ability to connect with all parties involved—witnesses, technical experts, and other experts—and foster an environment of trust. Attending an arbitration hearing with them inspires confidence and a sense of control, which clearly sets them apart from other firms.’
- ‘The Jones Day team stands out for its ability to anticipate case risks and opposing arguments, allowing them to always stay one step ahead. Under the leadership of Antonio Canales, the team combines experience, strategic vision, and impeccable collaboration. It is a true pleasure to work with them.’
- ‘Fast, accurate, and comprehensive in all the services they provide.’
- ‘Their business acumen and quick advice make them seem like part of the team.’
- ‘This practice requires knowledge of fundamental legal aspects (such as complex contract law, administrative and energy regulatory law, and environmental law) as well as the specific regulatory framework. It demands a mastery of several disciplines, which is complex. The team's strength lies in its ability to evaluate and advise on a project, taking into account the aforementioned aspects.’
- ‘I have primarily dealt with Bárbara Fernández Cobo. She excels in her responsiveness and precision when providing practical legal advice. She has extensive knowledge of both Spanish and European legislation.’
Key clients
- Aream GmbH
- NetOn Power
- Magtel Operaciones
- Banco Sabadell, S.A., ING Capital and Coöperatieve Rabobank UA
Work highlights
Advising Aream GmbH, on an ongoing basis as sponsor of its photovoltaic plants located in the municipalities of Talayuela, Cáceres ("Talayuela III" with a total capacity of 21.4MWp) and Caravaca, Murcia ("Moratalla" with total capacity of 6MWp and "Altarejo" with total capacity of 6MWp).
Advised NetOn Power on the drafting of an administrative appeal against the rejection of a public subsidy for the promotion of industrial photovoltaic self-consumption facilities in the Basque Country Region.
Advised Ingeniería y Planificación Sostenible, S.L.U., a subsidiary company of Magtel Operaciones, S.L.U., on the sale of Adriana Energía, S.L.U. to Urbasolar S.A.S., a France-based company of the Axpo Group.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Raimundo Ortega; Javier López Antón; Antonio Canales; Fernando Lillo
Other key lawyers
Bárbara Fernández Cobo