Combining 'exceptional technical expertise with a deep understanding of the energy sector', the Linklaters energy team advises clients on regulatory, transactional, contractual and contentious matters across the sector, from renewables and nuclear energy to hydrogen and other decarbonisation technologies. The group is trusted by major Spanish and international energy companies, institutional investors and funds, and banks for advice on project finance and development, strategic agreements and M&A, critical contracts, and tax issues. Recognised for his work on contentious, regulatory and transactional matters involving solar plants and other energy projects, José Giménez leads the practice with Lara Hemzaoui, who specialises in energy and infrastructure M&A, regularly assisting clients with complex cross-border deals. Jorge Toral further strengthens the practice with his focus on energy transactions, advising both national and international clients on acquisitions, disposals, and project-related matters.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Linklaters team combines exceptional technical expertise with a deep understanding of the energy sector. They are lawyers who understand the business and provide practical, well-structured solutions.'
- 'They stand out for their impeccable cross-departmental coordination, their availability, and their consistently constructive attitude, even in complex processes or under tight deadlines. I greatly value the ongoing involvement of the partners and senior associates.’
- ‘Full availability and commitment, technical expertise, broad scope of services’
- ‘They are the best in the market in this field. Exceptional is an understatement. They always find the solution to the most complex problems and know the regulations like no one else in the sector.’
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jorge Toral
Practice head
José Giménez; Lara Hemzaoui
Other key lawyers
Jorge Toral