The public law and regulated sectors team at EY Abogados has marked strength in the energy segment, advising on regulatory, financing and M&A matters. With a keen focus on the energy and infrastructure sectors, Pablo Dorronsoro has wide experience in public law and contentious matters. He jointly oversees the practice with Luis Ques, who stands out for his in-depth knowledge of sector-related regulatory issues, and Susana Gómez Badiola, who takes the leads on a variety of M&A transactions involving energy assets. This is a key area of activity for Marta Salazar, who also excels in the development and construction phases of renewable energy projects.

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  • ‘They have deep, high-level legal knowledge, making the complete advice they provide unique, from all points of view. They are capable of providing a high quality service.’

  • ‘Pablo and Marta have excellent knowledge of the Spanish market and can apply it to the commercial realities of a developer.'

  • ‘Pablo Dorronsoro and Marta Salazar are very helpful and have extensive experience. They are very responsive and always available to provide guidance and support. They are practical in the application of their guidance and support.’

Key clients

  • LIGHTSOURCE BP
  • TALASOL SOLAR, S.L.
  • AXPO IBERIA, S.L.
  • CUBICO SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT
  • UMBRELLA SOLAR INVESTMENTS, S.A.
  • SOLARBAY RENEWABLE ENERGY / SOLARBAY HIGHPOWER
  • ACTIVE INFRASTRUCTURES, S.L.
  • ENERGIES RENOVABLES PÚBLIQUES DE CATALUNYA, SAU
  • POWEN
  • ELLOMAY SOLAR, S.L.
  • LINEA COVATILLAS AIE (OPDENERGY / RIC)
  • ØRSTED A/S
  • RIC ENERGY
  • SWING BIOMETHANE SAS
  • FINLIGHT CORPORATE, S.L.U. (POWEN)
  • AGR BIOGÁS, S.L.

Work highlights

  • Advised Ørsted on the establishment of three joint ventures with local Spanish developers Rolwind, Arba Energías Renovables and Ereda for the development of solar and onshore wind projects across Spain.
  • Advised Talasol in connection with its 300MW PV plant in Talaván (Cáceres).
  • Advised UMBRELLA SOLAR INVESTMENT on the sale of a minority stake in INFINITY SOLAR INVESTMENT to French fund RGREEN.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Pablo Dorronsoro, Luis Ques, Susana Gómez Badiola

Other key lawyers

Marta Salazar