Singled out for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the energy sector’, the team at Sérvulo & Associados advises major national players in the renewables sector, including private and public entities. The group, which is well positioned to handle cross-border mandates, undertakes a variety of work in this space, including public tenders, energy contracts, regulatory matters, M&A transactions and administrative proceedings. The practice boasts an esteemed team of highly regarded partners, who collectively spearhead the team’s efforts: Mark Kirkby specialises in public procurement, while Sofia Carreiro and Pedro Silveira Borges have a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial matters. Former practice co-head Ana Luísa Guimarães is no longer at the firm.
Testimonials
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‘Sérvulo has assisted us in complex energy industry regulatory matters. The public law team has an unparalleled knowledge of and expertise in renewable energy regulatory matters and on the functioning and way of thinking of the public entities in this sector.'
‘Partner Mark Kirkby is undoubtedly one of the most competent public law and regulatory lawyers in renewable energy matters. His knowledge of stakeholders as well as his prior assistance to the Portuguese state in the launching of solar tenders makes him one of the best people to go to to obtain certainties.'
‘The Sérvulo team was able to translate the client's need for a legal assessment, on a topic and area of energy, into a well-founded assessment with solutions to implement the client's objective.’
‘The Sérvulo & Associados team and, more particularly, Pedro Silveira Borges, stands out for their in-depth knowledge of the business, but also of the constantly changing sectoral regulations.'
'It stands out for its knowledge of the business as a whole - and not just its specific legislation and regulations - thus having a unique ability to provide complete advice capable of having an impact on the operation of projects.’
‘Pedro Silveira Borges has been our point of contact, proving to be a decisive player in various matters due to his in-depth knowledge of the energy sector. His advice was particularly crucial in securing important international financing for several renewable projects.'
‘Our experience with Sérvulo in energy projects in Portugal has always been excellent. Efficiency and knowledge of the market and regulation are the main capabilities that I would highlight of the team.’
‘We recommend Mark Kirby and Pedro Silveira Borges.'
Key clients
- Amarenco Group
- EDP Comercial
- Município de Almada)
- Madeira Regional Secretariat for the Economy
- Aguia Enlica, Lda.
- Energy Agency ENERGAIA and 6 Municipalities in the north of Portugal
- FFNEV Portugal II, Lda.
Work highlights
- Advising Município de Almada on the merger of AGENEAL and S.ENERGIA.
- Advised the Energy Agency ENERGAIA and 6 Municipalities in the north of Portugal on the creation of an innovative energy cooperative to be the managing entity for Renewable Energy Communities (CER).
- Advising Secretaria Regional da Economia (the Regional Secretariat for the Economy) on the design of the first competitive procedure for the allocation of grid injection capacity that will be launched in the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Mark Kirkby, Sofia Carreiro, Pedro Silveira Borges