The Manchester-based practice at Squire Patton Boggs stands out for its activity in renewable energy, clean air and decarbonisation projects, increasingly advising a diverse client base ranging from major project sponsors, governments, lenders and investors to construction companies. Most notably, the group has secured increasing work for clients in the energy storage and battery space next to its busy infrastructure practice. While practice head Nick Helm is leading the space in net zero projects, Julian Scott has extensive experience of a wide range of projects including energy storage projects, solar projects and off-shore wind farms.

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Key clients

Transport for Greater Manchester
Sheffield City Council
Galliford Try Investments
Amber Infrastructure
Dolphin (Costain Pension Fund)
InfraRed Capital Partners
EDF Group
Vital Energi
Leeds City Council
Rendesco
Ampowr
Atkins/SNC Lavalin
Government of Georgia

Work highlights

Supporting TfGM as a panel advisor and supporting on the GM Clean Air scheme.
Advising infra funds including Amber, on operational projects in which they have an investment as well as advising a bidder for the O&M contractor role on the Birmingham Highways PFI project.