Singled out for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the Spanish renewable energy market’, Watson Farley & Williams LLP is routinely engaged by corporations, financial institutions, industrial clients and investment funds in a variety of M&A work in this space. Typical mandates for the group range from share and asset deals, including portfolio transactions, to disposals, joint ventures and corporate restructuring. María Pilar García Guijarro, who spearheads the corporate and M&A department, specialises in energy-related M&A and PE deals, with a special focus on the renewables segment. Ana Lorenzo is also part of the core team, advising energy and infrastructure clients on the entire spectrum of corporate and M&A mandates.
Testimonials
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- 'What makes this practice exceptional is its ability to offer ongoing assistance in resolving queries related to the interpretation and compliance of framework agreements, sales and purchase agreements and development agreements, as well as any other query related to the transaction, whether of a commercial, administrative, tax or commercial nature. The firm has extensive experience in photovoltaic contracts, which allows us to receive precise and effective guidance. They stand out for their ability to address complex issues and offer practical solutions in real-time.'
- 'This firm has in-depth knowledge of the Spanish renewable energy market. The team focuses on achieving excellence in its service. They carefully select the best lawyers and encourage their training and continuous development.'
‘ What distinguishes the firm's lawyers is their unique combination of proximity, speed and deep knowledge of renewables. It stands out for its ability to offer alternatives and always being available to satisfy our needs as a client. In particular, Héctor Suarez Martin stands out as an outstanding associate. Their experience and skills are an invaluable asset that allows them to provide high-level advice in the energy sector. Outstanding qualities of the firm's lawyers include a client-focused approach, quick response, deep knowledge of renewable energy, and Hector's experience, which sets them apart from the competition. ’
Key clients
- Northleaf Capital
- Foresight Group
- Axpo Services AG
- RGREEN
- Green Arrow Capital
- Encavis AG
- Sonnedix
- REDEN
- Ventient Energy
- Isemaren
Work highlights
- Advising Northleaf Capital Partners (Canada) Ltd on the sale of a significant stake in the Holdco company NCP Mula Solar Spain SL to Q-Energy.
- Advising Foresight Group on its sale of a portfolio comprising 12 operational solar PV plants in Spain and Portugal with a total installed capacity of 54.5 MWp to Infranity .
- Advising Green Arrow Capital SGR on the acquisition of a portfolio of solar PV projects under development in Spain with an overall expected capacity of 508 MW from Progressum Energy Development, through its subsidiary Green Arrow Infrastructure of the Future Fund.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
María Pilar García Guijarro