England - South West • Projects, energy and natural resources
Osborne Clarke LLP
Osborne Clarke LLP‘s ’knowledge and experience of work on both sides of the table informs an empathetic and collaborative approach‘ to project development and financing work across a range of sectors on a UK-wide level and internationally. Chris Wade oversees the offering from the projects side, while Matthew Lewis is the key senior contact on the energy front. Corporate specialist David Ferris also regularly takes a leading role, particularly in mandates relating to Smart City developments. In addition to advising on established renewable technologies, the firm is increasingly involved with matters relating to flexible transition technologies.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'OC are very experienced in the sector and I have worked with the OC team for a number of years now on various projects all the way through to financial close. I wouldn't hesitate to appoint OC for future projects.'
- 'The OC team is led very capably by Chris Wade. Chris and the team are proactive in taking a lead on all aspects of the legal work stream. They are exceptional at explaining complex matters to allow informed decisions to be made and are excellent in client meetings where their knowledge and experience of work on both sides of the table informs an empathetic and collaborative approach that is appreciated on all sides and fosters good results.'
- 'We expect each individual to be an expert in their field, that is a given. But with OC the team are very personable, have great attention to detail and act as a partner giving advice, not just on the point you have raised, but on all other relevant issues. Relying on their broad range of experiences, they are a true partner.'
- 'Never too much trouble to discuss scenarios and give advice.'
- 'Very committed service from a team that really wants our business to succeed.'
- 'Simon Hancock is very dedicated and hard working and, although a partner, is happy to roll up his sleeves and get on with it.'
Key clients
- Ameresco Limited
- Tay Valley Lighting (Newcastle and North Tyneside) Limited
- Uliving@Essex3 LLP (Equitix/Bouygues SPV)
- Pritchatts Park Village LLP
- Fibrus Networks Limited
- University of Bristol
- The Hospital Company (QAH Portsmouth) Limited
- The Hospital Company (Oxford John Radcliffe) Limited
- Foresight Group
- The Renewables Infrastructure Group Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised Ameresco on its bid to become the strategic partner for Bristol City Council and form a long-term joint venture with the council in order to secure substantial low carbon infrastructure investment and delivery capability in the city.
- Advising the Tay Valley Lighting SPV on its PFI agreement with The Council of the City of Newcastle Upon Tyne and The Council of the Borough of North Tyneside.
- Advised Equitix and Bouygues, acting as the Uliving Consortium, on a ��113m wrapped listed bond financing for the third phase of the University of Essex Student Accommodation Partnership.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Osborne Clarke LLP
Please see full biography at osborneclarke.com/lawyers/matthew-lewis/
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Wade, Matthew Lewis