At Linklaters, practice head Arnaud Coibion is sought after for his expertise in advising on energy-related M&A transactions, often involving renewable energy generation and energy storage matters. The group is well versed in assisting with energy-related corporate, tax and finance work. Other key practitioners include David Ballegeer, who regularly acts for energy distribution companies in matters involving project and acquisition finance. Lothar Van Driessche left the firm in June 2024.

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  • 'High quality - excellent understanding of complex issues with a strong economic and regulatory component.'

Key clients

  • Fluxys
  • Virya Energy
  • ENGIE Electrabel
  • Helexia
  • Elia Group
  • Fluvius
  • INEOS
  • Eneco
  • John Cockerill
  • E.ON

Work highlights

  • Advised Virya Energy on the acquisition of a 51% stake in Constant Energy.
  • Advised Elia Group SA/NV on several key transactions.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Arnaud Coibion

Other key lawyers

David Ballegeer, Henk Vanhulle