The 'robust and well-rounded' team at Piper Alderman demonstrates deep expertise in electricity and gas transmission and distribution infrastructure, connections, and generation project related matters. The practice is increasingly active on financing and development mandates concerning wind and solar farms, and hydrogen projects. Martin Lovell is a well known for his transactional and regulatory expertise, and his specialism in grid scale generation, battery projects, wind and solar farms and district energy schemes. Kathryn Walker and head of resources, Josh Steele are the key names to note within the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Piper Alderman distinguishes itself from other law firms through its deep knowledge base and approachability. The team is not only well-versed in all aspects of law, but they foster a relationship of trust and open communication. The team is robust and well-rounded, capable of addressing a wide array of legal issues.'
- 'This firm has expert partners for various aspects of the oil and gas upstream sector.'
- 'I have dealt with Piper Alderman in relation to energy industry matters for over thirty years. Their depth of experience in these matters is exceptionally broad and deep, and evidences a clear understanding of the commercial drivers of this sector.'
- 'Josh Steele takes a very personable approach to his clients and has an excellent knowledge of the energy industry.'
Key clients
- Akuo Energy
- Adelaide Airport Limited
- Alinta Energy
- Beach Energy
- Bengal Energy
- BOC Limited
- Byron Energy Limited
- Clarke Energy (Australia) Pty Ltd
- Corporate Carbon Group Pty Ltd
- Conexa Infrastructure Partners
- Daiwa Energy & Infrastructure
- Eco Energy World
- ElectraNet
- ENECHANGE Ltd
- Epic Energy
- Galilee Energy
- Gas2Grid Limited
- GPT Group
- Iberdrola Energy
- Lakes Blue Energy NL
- SEA Gas
- Shine Hub
- Solar Edge Technologies
- State Government of South Australia
Work highlights
- Acting for the South Australian Government in relation to its planned $13bn hydrogen hub at Port Bonython.
- Advised ElectraNet on the $2.28bn SA-NSW electricity interconnector project known as Project EnergyConnect.
- Acting for the Office of Hydrogen Power South Australia in relation to the Hydrogen Jobs Plan (including 250 MWe of electrolysers, 200 MW of power generation, and associated hydrogen storage).
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Martin Lovell, Josh Steele