Watson Farley & Williams LLP has carved out a strong niche in private equity transactions within the energy sector, advising energy funds and corporates on asset and project-related deals. Team head Maria Pilar Garcia Guijarro is highly regarded for her expertise in energy and infrastructure work, particularly wind and solar, and her involvement in prominent M&A transactions. Ana Lorenzo, Javier Ester, and Gonzalo Aranzabal bring extensive experience in M&A and investment transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This is a rigorous team, technically very good with a lot of knowledge and dedication. They are respectful, and collaborative.' 

Key clients

  • GE Vernova
  • Arjun Infrastructure Partners
  • Helios
  • RIVE Private Investment
  • Patrizia
  • Foresight Group
  • Amber
  • Encavis
  • OX2
  • Yanolja Cloud

Work highlights

  • Advised Arjun Infrastructure Partners on the acquisition of a minority stake in Amarenco Solar.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

María Pilar García Guijarro

Other key lawyers

Ana Lorenzo, Javier Ester, Gonzalo Aranzábal