At act Randa Havel Legal, the projects and energy department primarily concentrates on the construction and financing of power units for the production of heat, gas, and electricity, in addition to handling the export of investment projects for the generation of thermal energy. Recently, the firm has been active advising on matters relating to photovoltaic power plants and waste management. The group is jointly led by Jan Havel, who advises on energy projects across Asia, the Americas, and Europe, and Alois Šatava, who specialises in acquisitions and renewable energy.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Jan Havel has an incredibly deep knowledge of the construction law and energy sector. We rely on him to support us in negotiations on all big deals. He knows the business; hence we can focus on important matters.'

  • 'I must say that Jakub Adámek is a rising star. He will be probably a partner very soon. He has a deep understanding of law, provides straightforward answers and has a strong commitment to getting things done. ’
  • ‘Quality work, easy access, and timely completion of assignments.’
  • ‘During our long-term cooperation, act Randa Havel Legal have proven to be a reliable, highly professional partner with extensive experience, among others, in the field of energy projects, which makes this practice very unique.'

  • 'Compared to other firms, act Randa Havel Legal have always provided quality services that met our expectations. The agreed deadlines were met in 100% of cases.'
  • 'Based on our experience, act Randa Havel Legal are able to adapt to the client's requirements as much as possible.'
  • 'We would definitely recommend act Randa Havel Legal to anyone who is looking for a quality partner, not only in the field of energy projects.’
  • ‘The individuals we have worked with so far have always been quick in responding and are very efficient. Their level of communication and management skills are exceptional, as well as their knowledge of the energy and industry sector.’

Key clients

  • ACS International s.r.o.
  • Teplárna České Budějovice, a.s.
  • METROSTAV DIZ, s.r.o.
  • Doosan Škoda Power s.r.o.
  • Nuclear Property Services s.r.o.
  • G – Team a.s.
  • IEM FörderTechnik GmbH
  • JUFA Investment Group
  • Pražské služby, a.s. (Prague Services in English)
  • Synthomer a.s.
  • Agrobioplyn
  • Správa a údržba silnic Pardubického kraje
  • SERW, spol. s r.o.
  • EPDOR s.r.o.
  • VEOLIA Energie ČR, a.s.

Work highlights

  • Advised Doosan Škoda Power s.r.o. in connection with a tender for the delivery, installation, and service of two turbosets for the Płock power plant (Orlen).
  • Representing JUFA Investment Group in connection with the acquisition of four companies that own and operate a photovoltaic power plant with a total installed capacity of 12,5 MW.
  • Advising Pražské služby a.s. in connection with the 'General renewal and Ecologization Malešice' project.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jan Havel, Alois Šatava

Other key lawyers

Jakub Adámek, Jan Ožana