With ‘unrivalled expertise in the energy sector’, Shepherd and Wedderburn has a diverse competition law practice that spans subsidy control work, procurements, domestic and European investigations, and transactional issues. While a key name for clients involved in the utilities, renewables and traditional energy sectors, the firm is also a trusted adviser to an array of local Scottish authorities and sports governing bodies, handling competition law concerns. Team lead Gordon Downie ’has developed a particular emphasis on the role and functioning of markets in regulated sectors in the UK’, and is praised for his ability to handle key issues affecting energy and infrastructure clients. Jamie McRorie joined the team in November 2023 and has substantial regulatory expertise, while John Grady is noted for his ‘first-rate’ energy expertise, and Scott Rodger is a ’go-to person’ for subsidy control issues.
Testimonials
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‘An excellent team with enormous experience, particularly in the energy sector. ’
‘John Grady is absolutely first rate, with unrivalled expertise in the energy sector.’
Key clients
- Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
- Water Industry Commission for Scotland
Work highlights
- Advised Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult on an extensive range of subsidy control matters.
- Advised Scottish National Investment Bank on subsidy control and National Security and Investment Act matters on a range of investments.