Providing clients with a ‘highly knowledgeable team’ on transactional, contracting, and regulatory matters, Byrne Wallace Shields offers notable experience in the energy and electricity segments. Projects and infrastructure expert Fergal Ruane heads the energy and natural resources group, bringing particular knowhow in construction and public procurement matters. Ruane has a strong focus on development, construction, and electricity supply matters regarding the delivery of power to energy-intensive assets, including data centres.
Testimonials
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‘ByrneWallace has a highly knowledgeable team of committed lawyers. They oversaw both the complex legal works as well as providing value in the negotiation process from both a content as well as a time management perspective.’
‘Highly approachable and friendly professionals which makes them easy to work with, especially because they're always available, committed and focused on execution. The team approached the transaction from a practical angle and avoided unnecessary legal debates with counterparties.’
'The team is down to earth and good-humoured which makes working with them even more enjoyable. They are also very professional and have a pragmatic approach.'
'Fergal Ruane understands the needs of his clients and has a no-nonsense approach. He listens to the scope and approach required and acts exactly according to what is needed, responding promptly and to the point.'
Key clients
- Keppel Data Centres Ireland Limited
- GridBeyond
- Hitachi Energy Ireland
- Geopura
- Mannok Cement
- Grafton Group
- Bord na Mona
- Pemcas
- Hexicon AB
- Mainstream Renewables
- Prepay Power
- Gyrogy
Work highlights
- Advising Hitachi Energy Ireland Limited in relation to contractual and procurement matters associated with its activities in the energy and data centre infrastructure sectors.
- Acting for GeoPura on the creation of a hydrogen energy eco-system for a large Irish energy provider.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fergal Ruane