Orestis Omran
DLA PiperDLA Piper 'excels in providing comprehensive and client-centric legal services in the energy sector' and maintains a growing presence in the market. Lead partners include Orestis Omran, whose focus on matters involving Greece sees him take a leading role in advising on key energy transition projects in South-Eastern Europe, and the newly promoted Alec Van Vaerenbergh, who 'sees the bigger picture in climate and energy' and stands out for advising on regulatory and transactional advice, including for major public clients such as the Cabinet of the Belgian Federal Minister for Energy. Litigation and regulatory partner Bob Martens is a further key contact, and Caroline Hoste is recommended for finance and projects work.
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Testimonials
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‘DLA Piper's public law practice stands out for its creative thinking, its client orientation and its flexibility. We have worked together on several projects by now. Each time, we find a good intellectual match and a great cooperation to the benefit of our clients.’
‘DLA Piper excels in providing comprehensive and client-centric legal services in the energy sector, offering clients access to a global network of expertise, advanced technology tools, and a deep understanding of sustainability and ESG issues.’
‘Alec Van Vaerenbergh is the strongholder of the team. He sees the bigger picture in climate and energy, while digging deep into the subject with his team. He combines a wide energy sector knowledge with a transversal public law interest.’
‘Orestis Omran has a remarkable ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, offering clients insightful strategies for regulatory compliance.'
'Eirini Roussou impresses with her attention to detail and a deep commitment to researching and staying ahead of legal trends.’
‘The team is at the forefront of the energy sector, with a particular focus on energy transactions and regulatory matters. We have had the opportunity to work with the Greek Energy Practice led by Orestis Omran, and we can confirm their exceptional knowledge of the energy regulatory framework and the deep understanding of the energy market.’
‘Orestis Omran is a renowned international transactional and regulatory lawyer with broad capabilities and deep experience in high profile energy projects. The combination of his skills is unique. He is dedicated and straight to the point. Orestis’ capabilities backed by his commercial awareness and negotiation skills cannot be easily found amongst other lawyers.’
‘Very deep understanding of new industry matters and trends, good precedents, ahead of the circumstances. Very down to earth and helpful.’
Key clients
- Hellenic Ministry of Environment and Energy
- Belgian Federal Ministry of Economy, DG Energy
- Cabinet of Belgian Federal Minister for Energy
- Fluvius System Operator CV
- Mytilineos S.A.
- EuroAsia Interconnector Limited
- Piraeus Bank S.A.
- Eurobank S.A.
- Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator SA
- Claritas Investments
- Eunice Energy Group
- Vlaams Klimaat- en Energie Agentschap
- DEME Group
- BASF Antwerpen
- BayWa AG
- Vlaamse Energiebedrijf
- ArcelorMittal Belgium
- General Electric
- Agoria
- Belgian Eco Energy
- ParticipatieMaatschappij Vlaanderen
- Eurogas
- Decathlon
- City of Antwerp
- Katoen Natie
- City of Ghent
- VLEEMO Group
- Kuwait Petroleum
- FINEG
- Veolia Flexcity
- UGI International - Antargaz
- ENGIE Electrabel
- Lotus Bakeries
- DIF Capital Partners
- Prime Capital
- EDP
- STX Commodities
- Uniper Global Commodities SE
- Lhyfe
- The Farm Energy Company
- Fastned
- Polenergia
- Consortium TM Edison
- Euclid
- Prologis
- GridConnector
- WeForest
- Renewi
Work highlights
- Advised the Hellenic Ministry of Environment and Energy and PPC on the resolution of the case AT.38700, concerning Greek lignite and electricity markets and remedy commitments.
- Advised the Cabinet of the Belgian Federal Minister for Energy on the regulatory and contractual framework for the re-powering of the existing offshore wind farm concessions in the Belgian part of the North Sea.
- Represented Kuwait Petroleum Belgium in a legal challenge before the Constitutional Court in connection with the Belgian implementation of the EU’s temporary energy windfall profits tax.
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.
Orestis Omran, Alec Van Vaerenbergh