Mona Hammadi
DLA PiperFrequently sought out by governmental bodies in the region for its market-leading utilities work, DLA Piper handles an impressive range of both public and private side mandates, with notable expertise in the water and electricity space. A hallmark feature of the practice is its PPP work, with demonstrable activity in the health, transport and logistics sectors, while renewable energy matters continue to form a substantial part of the firm’s workload. James Iremonger and Robert Harker co-lead the team; the latter is a proficient project financer who is particularly knowledgeable of the traditional power and water space. Adam Haque has presided over a number of precedent-setting projects in the region, and is a go-to for utilities and hydrogen work, whereas Mona Hammadi is notably focused on solar builds. Trevor Butcher retired at the beginning of 2022.
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Key clients
- Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority
- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
- Siemens Energy
- EDF
Work highlights
- Advising Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) on their procurement of the 90 MIGD Hamriyah Independent Water Project / Desalination Station (IWP) in Sharjah (Project).
- Advising Dubai Electricity and Water Authority on the procurement of the 1,800MW 6th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.
- Advising the European Bank of Reconstruction and Development to support the Kazakh Ministry of Energy in implementing the first site-specific wind auctions in Kazakhstan in 2021 to support the Kazakh government Green Economy Concept strategic initiative.
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.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Adam Haque
DLA PiperPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Iremonger, Robert Harker