Industry focus: Energy

Watson Farley & Williams

Client Satisfaction

Watson Farley & Williams’ team routinely supports clients especially in the oil and gas industry on a wide range of operations related to energy transition, while also advising on M&A, financing, project finance, tax, regulatory, competition, environmental and administrative law. Practice head Eugenio Tranchino regularly advises major corporations, private equity funds and lenders on high-profile Italian and cross-border projects, while Tiziana Manetti is noted for her specialisation in regulatory advice on energy and natural resources-related matters. The team also includes Mario D’Ovidio, who is particularly active in the renewables and natural resources, transport and infrastructure sectors; Giannalberto Mazzei, noted for his expertise in gas transport pipelines; and Matteo Trabacchin, who focuses on energy production from renewable and traditional sources including wind, photovoltaic, hydroelectric, LNG and gas storage.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'WFW is an experienced practice group with strong credentials in domestic and international energy transactions. In Italy, they are the undisputed leaders in the sector.'
'Eugenio Tranchino is a brilliant lawyer with a significant knowledge of the energy sector. He is also highly skilled when it comes to client engagement. A trustworthy advisor, his exquisite personality matches his extensive knowledge and understanding of the energy sector.'
'WFW’s energy team is outstanding. They have impressive technical skills and a very good reputation in the industry. The team is characterised by competence, receptiveness, and dedication to their clients. They are problem solvers!'
'Luca Sfrecola is a very competent lawyer in the renewable energy market. He is dedicated, practical and attentive.'
'Eugenio Tranchino is outstanding. He has an exceptional knowledge of the market in all its aspects. He is a leading, influential figure in the energy industry.'
'WFW has a strong energy team, whose expertise ranges from financing to corporate, regulatory, litigation and administrative law. They offer excellent full legal services, and are able to establish a constructive and highly trusted relationships with clients.'
'We work regularly with Matteo Trabacchin, who is an exceptional lawyer in the energy sector. He is approachable, analytical and well-informed, providing efficient and innovative solutions in the matters involved and very focused on client need.'
'They have a good team of professionals, all skilled, available, and well-integrated. They have an impressive knowledge of the market, providing prompt and punctual industry and legal updates on latest trends relevant to our business.'

Key clients

Snam
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
Elawan
Blue Elephant Energy
New Developments
Sonnedix
Iberdola
Amber Infrastructure Group
AvenHexicon
Altamin Limited
Falk Renewables
Sunprime
Axpo
Beyfin Group
Repower
European Energy
Simply Blue
Cero Generation
Next Energy

Work highlights

Advised Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners on its partnership with GreenIT and agreement to develop three offshore wind projects in Italy’s Lazio and Sardinia regions.
Advised Amber Infrastructure Group, as exclusive investment advisor to Three Seas Initiative Investment Fund, on the latter’s €150m investment in Poland’s R.Power.
Advised Sunprime on a €150m project finance loan granted by a consortium of lenders to finance a portfolio of 250+ Italian PV plants.