Notable for its activity in the power and energy transition space, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP wins plaudits for its transactional and advisory work, with brown and greenfield acquisitions, project development and project financings all notable areas of strength. Amir Jahanguiri heads up the team and is noted for his prowess in matters concerning the financing of highly regulated projects. Thierry Laloum frequently assists overseas clients looking to invest in energy projects in France. Antoine Bouzanquet is another key contact.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Willkie is by far my favourite firm to work with. I have complete confidence in their work and advice.’

  • ‘Antoine Bouzanquet is a dealmaker and defends the interests of his clients effectively and pragmatically.’

Key clients

  • Ardian
  • BBVA
  • BW Ideol
  • Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
  • CNP Assurances
  • Credit Agricole CIB
  • EDF Renewables
  • Hydrogène de France
  • La Banque Postale
  • Meridiam
  • Nareva
  • Société Générale
  • STOA Infra & Energy

Work highlights

  • Advised a pool of lenders on an increase to the €55.6m senior secured loan facility and a €4m VAT bridge facility related to the financing of more than 2,000 EV charging points across France.
  • Advising Voltalia in connection with a HoldCo financing of a portfolio consisting of three onshore solar plans (two greenfield plants and one plant in operation) located in the United Kingdom.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Amir Jahanguiri

Other key lawyers

Thierry Laloum, Antoine Bouzanquet