Hogan Lovells International LLP‘s public law and environmental team stands out for its cross-border capabilities, as part of the firm’s global regulatory practice. The team is a go-to choice for representation in various contentious matters and excels in communications with public administrations and regulators. It has a strong track record in permitting procedures, across the building, environmental and public procurement spaces. The group demonstrates particular prowess in environmental due diligence, public contracts and tenders. It boasts diverse industry expertise, including in the renewable energy, oil and gas, telecoms and pharma sectors. Francesca Angeloni leads the team, advising on regulatory matters and compliance and representing clients in litigation before the higher courts. Advising a roster of international clients, Emanuela Cocco is a go-to name for public procurement procedures and PPPs.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Hogan Lovells' administrative and public law team stands out for its exceptional responsiveness and deep understanding of our business needs. They consistently provide practical, commercially-minded advice and are adept at translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance.'

  • 'I would highly recommend Hogan Lovells' administrative and public law practice to any organisation seeking top-tier legal counsel in this field. Their commitment to client service, combined with their deep expertise and innovative approach, makes them a valuable asset to any legal team.’

  • ‘Emanuela Cocco is a true asset to HL. Her responsiveness, dedication, and legal acumen are truly exceptional. She consistently goes above and beyond to understand our needs and provide timely, insightful advice. I particularly appreciate her ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear and concise manner, making it easy for us to make informed decisions. Her commitment to client service and her ability to build strong working relationships make her a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘I work closely with the HL team (especially Emanuela Cocco and Francesca Angeloni) and they are great in terms of professional, high qualification and capability to cooperate and work closely with other colleagues .’

  • ‘Emanuela Cocco in particular is great. She is really "into" the issues she deals with. It is a real pleasure to work with her on challenging and complex matters.’

Key clients

  • Azerbaijan Gas Supply Company
  • Giuntini S.p.A.
  • Invesco Real Estate
  • Kuwait Petroleum Italia S.p.A.
  • Shah Deniz Consortium, led by bp and SOCAR

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Francesca Angeloni

Other key lawyers

Emanuela Cocco