Watson Farley & Williams LLP‘s power team, described as being ’a delight to work with’, is well-established and able to handle the array of complex work in the sector, both domestically and internationally. The scope of its workload includes assisting in infrastructure matters regarding both renewables, including solar, wind and energy-from-waste work, and conventional power. Jennifer Charles was notably promoted to partnership in May 2022. Henry Stewart, who has a particular focus on M&A and financings in the renewables space, leads the team. Standout practitioners include Daisy East, who is advising Sequoia as secured creditor regarding the high-profile administration of Bulb Energy Limited. ‘Outstanding disputes lawyer’ Rebecca Williams is another name to note.
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‘The team are a delight to work with - extremely sharp and hardworking with excellent instincts when it comes to energy matters. Their sector knowledge is always right up to date, they really know their market and what their clients want.’
‘Rebecca Williams is an outstanding disputes lawyer. Her instincts in relation to strategy and how matters are likely to be received by a judge or tribunal are always spot on, and when dealing with difficult opponents she is a fighter that you want in your corner. Her knowledge of the renewables market and the economic dynamics behind legal disputes is second-to-none.'
'A great and highly competent team, very good at helping solve their client's problems. They also have diverse experience across various projects.'
‘Jan Mellmann, Daisy East and Nerina Erasmus are highly committed to bringing results with a practical approach and impressive experience.’
‘Emmanuel Ninos is an excellent lawyer with deep knowledge on power purchase agreements and electricity markets. His advice is clear and pragmatic and he collaborates effectively with his colleagues in London and overseas to provide his clients with coordinated and comprehensive advice.'
‘Martin Lucas is very knowledgeable in offshore wind and renewables, and great to work with.’
‘Alexander Creswick is extremely clever, and very adept in identifying and developing legal arguments that are not always obvious but potentially devastating. Marianne Anton’s insight demonstrates her extensive experience in energy regulatory law and industry.’
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Henry Stewart