CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang’s energy, projects and construction group is actively involved in a range of high-profile projects, including assisting with public procurement matters. With a strong track record in the renewable energy sector, the firm has significant experience in advising on wind and solar power mandates, and handles all relevant regulatory, contractual, and contentious matters. Lukáš Janíček heads the practice and frequently handles both conventional and renewable energy matters, and offers know-how on construction law and project development deals. Senior associate Lenka Krutáková is a key contact within the team and primarily covers public procurement issues for clients from the life sciences and healthcare industries.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘One of the top legal advisory teams that we have come across in the region. The uniqueness of the team comes from their focus on communication style and pragmatic solutions that meet not just specific projects and transactions needs, but also considers alignment with the business model and priorities.’

  • ‘Trustworthy, knowledgeable and responsive. Strong legal and client relationship capabilities complemented with ethical and social responsibility and value. Individuals are ready to go the extra mile to support their client and business needs.'

  • ‘Comprehensive legal advisory, professional, always on time, business oriented, strong overall experience in the sector.’

  • ‘Professional approach, complex knowledge, and provides active support based on their experience in the sector.’

  • ‘CMS truly provides out of the box thinking. Combines strong industry knowledge together with a commercial approach.’

  • 'Lukáš Janíček has a deep knowledge of the law, great analytical skills and provides superb focus on detail.’

Key clients

  • Vinci and Meridiam
  • ORLEN Unipetrol
  • Škoda JS
  • CSPPark Planá NL
  • Gelsenwasser AG
  • Enery

Work highlights

  • Advising a consortium consisting of VINCI and Meridiam on its public-private partnership contract for the D4 motorway in the Czech Republic.
  • Assisting ORLEN Unipetrol in the preparation and negotiation of an EPC contract for a turnkey delivery of a new Combined Cycle Gas Turbine power plant.
  • Advising Gelsenwasser AG on transactional documentation and regulatory matters regarding the sale of 100% of the shares of Gelsenwasser Beteiligungen SE holding shares.

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Practice head

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Lukáš Janíček

Other key lawyers

Lenka Krutáková