Under the leadership of Luigi Costa, Dentons ‘boasts many years of experience’, advising domestic and cross-border clients, including those operating in Azerbaijan, the UAE, and the EU. Costa focuses on financing and M&A transactions, as well as plant construction and development. Carsten Steinhauer advises on joint ventures and the drafting and negotiation of energy performance and construction contracts, with experience in battery energy storage projects. Mileto Mario Giuliani assists with appeals before administrative courts, power purchase agreements, and solar plant developments. Riccardo Narducci is also a key member of the team.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is highly capable, meets deadlines and is proactive in finding effective solutions.’
- ‘Luigi Costa assisted me personally, and I could not ask for more. Precise, available and very prepared technically.’
- ‘What stands out most to me is their responsiveness and dedication. No matter how complex the issue or how tight the deadlines, they were always available, proactive, and ready to go the extra mile. They make me feel that my project is a real priority (although I know it is not always the case), which is something I highly value.'
- 'Working with Dentons’ Italian energy team has been a very positive experience. They are not just excellent lawyers, but also trusted partners who genuinely care about achieving the best results. I would definitely recommend them to anyone seeking effective legal advice for energy projects in Italy.’
- ‘We love to work with Mileto Mario Giuliani. He is not only one of the best administrative and regulatory lawyers in the market, but he also has a sense of business that distinguishes him from most other administrative lawyers. Mileto foresees where regulation is headed, which is very valuable for us when making strategic investment decisions.'
- ‘The Energy Dentons team boasts many years of experience, so the advice given is always the most appropriate in line with the market.'
Key clients
- Eni
- Saipem
- Sonnedix
- Pacifico Energy Partners
- Capital Dynamics
- Enel Green Power
- X-Elio Energy
- CCE Holding
- Tages Capital SGR
- Nordic Solar
- Bluefield
- Qair Group
Work highlights
Advised the State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the agreement with Enfinity Global to acquire a 49% equity interest in five companies that directly and indirectly own a 402 MW portfolio of solar photovoltaic assets in Italy.
Assisted Snam with the sale of its 5.88% minority stake indirectly held in ADNOC Gas Pipelines to Lunate.
Assisted Juwi Energie Rinnovabili with the sale of a portfolio of photovoltaic projects to Kelag Italia.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Luigi Costa
Other key lawyers
Carsten Steinhauer; Mileto Mario Giuliani; Riccardo Narducci