Praised for its ‘unrivalled expertise in all aspects of renewable energy law’, BCTG Avocats' broad practice incorporates assistance with offshore wind projects, photovoltaic installations, marine turbines and many other types of renewable energy projects. Areas of recent growth for the team include hydrogen and marine energy matters. Paul Elfassi, Diane Mouratoglou and Catherine Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers jointly lead the practice. Elfassi is adept at handling administrative litigation, Mouratoglou is well versed in the implementation of agrivoltaic projects, while Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers is geared to assist with project financing. Nelsie Bergès is another name to note.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team has unrivalled expertise in all aspects of renewable energy law.'
  • 'Paul Elfassi and Nelsie Bergès are attentive to their clients' needs and have in-depth knowledge of the sector.'

Key clients

  • EDF Renouvelables
  • Valorem
  • Total Eren
  • Voltalia
  • Jpee
  • VSB Energies nouvelles
  • WPD Onshore France
  • Total Energies
  • Andera Partners
  • Green Lighthouse
  • Dev ENR

Work highlights

  • Handled five legal claims brought by the Belgian state and others regarding the decision by EDF to go ahead with the Dunkirk offshore wind farm project.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners: Regulatory and public law
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Paul Elfassi, Diane Mouratoglou, Catherine Dupuy-Burin Des Roziers

Other key lawyers

Nelsie Bergès