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Linklaters Studio Legale Associato

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Linklaters Studio Legale Associato Studio Legale Associato’ energy team provides comprehensive advice to corporates and financial institutions on renewable energy and oil and gas transactions, project finance, acquisitions and commercial contracts. The practice is led by the dual qualified (in Italy and England and Wales) Tessa Lee, who focuses on the renewable energy, oil and gas, and conventional power sectors.

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  • 'Linklaters is distinguished by its global presence and strong commitment to excellence. The firm stands out for its impressive international network, providing clients with extensive cross-border capabilities and deep market knowledge across various jurisdictions.'

  • 'The team is known for its dedication to innovation and leveraging technology to enhance legal services, ensuring efficiency and client satisfaction.'

  • 'The firm's emphasis on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture contributes to a diverse team of talented professionals, promoting creativity and delivering exceptional legal solutions.'

  • 'Their collaborative approach fosters a strong team dynamic, promoting knowledge sharing and innovation. Their commitment to the client's success and their ability to tailor solutions to meet specific client needs distinguish them from competitors.'

  • 'I particularly value their diligence, adaptability, and commitment to upholding the highest professional standards in the legal field.'

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Tessa Kate Lee

Tessa Kate Lee

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Dual English and Italian law-qualified, Tessa has a long-established track record as an energy lawyer, specialising in renewable energy, oil & gas and conventional power-related matters. She heads the firm’s Energy, Infrastructure and Renewables practice in Italy. Tessa advises borrowers and lenders, including commercial banks, multilaterals and export credit agencies (ECAs) domestically and internationally, on financings, including project, export credit, leveraged and acquisition finance, principally in the energy and infrastructure sectors and from opportunities arising from the energy transition. She is also actively involved with the firm’s initiatives surrounding Africa, including developing and maintaining African client and institutional relationships. Tessa also heads the firm’s European Export Finance Practice, is a member of the firm’s ECA group, coordinates the Italian ESG working group and is a member of the Italian CSR committee and the firm’s global D&I committee.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tessa Lee

Other key lawyers

Roberto Casati, Lucia Ciocarlan, Paolo Bertolini, Benedetta Marino, Alessandro Gemmo