Energy & Natural Resources
Europe Guide 2024 : Netherlands
Band 2
Email address
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+31 20 674 1000Chambers Review
The firm has a strong transactional practice with notable energy regulatory capabilities. The team advises energy companies on the full spectrum of issues, including project finance, M&A and construction, as well as disputes and permitting issues. It frequently assists major lenders with the financing of renewable energy projects, including wind and solar farm developments. The energy team is complemented by the strength of the firm's other practice groups, including its corporate, competition and litigation departments. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The team advised Uniper Benelux on the forced shut-down of its coal-fired power plant located on the Maasvlakte and the relevant proceedings against the Dutch State.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has a very knowledgeable energy team with good industry expertise and long-standing project finance experience."
"They respond fast and think along with us, understand our commercial structure."
"The firm has a very knowledgeable energy team with good industry expertise and long-standing project finance experience."
"They respond fast and think along with us, understand our commercial structure."
Notable Practitioners
Marinus Winters has considerable experience handling regulatory matters in the energy sector. He often acts for clients working with biogas projects and distribution system operators on questions of grid congestion and connectivity.
"Marinus Winters is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field of energy matters."