Environment
Europe Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 1
Email address
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+353 1 920 1000About
Provided by Arthur Cox
Our Energy Group is widely recognised as the premier all-island energy, renewables and resources practice. We have a client base, track record and depth of specialist resources that are the envy of the market.
Our track record in advising on the energy transition, regulatory reform, market design and major energy infrastructure projects in Ireland and Northern Ireland is without peer. We have extensive experience acting for government, regulators, financiers, market participants and customers in Ireland, Northern Ireland and internationally. This gives us a unique perspective on the commercial and policy imperatives of different stakeholders in the sector and significantly enhances our ability to add value for our clients.
We have an unrivalled depth of expertise in the energy and resources sectors in both Ireland and Northern Ireland, offering specialist advice across the full spectrum of relevant disciplines, including:
- Renewable Energy
- Conventional Power
- Energy Storage
- Interconnectors
- Energy Efficiency & Demand Side Response
- Electric vehicles
- Upstream and Downstream Gas
- Energy Market Reform
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Energy Financing
- Disputes
Chambers Review
Arthur Cox has a premier practice that advises prominent financial institutions, energy companies and state-owned entities on an array of energy matters. The department frequently acts on large wind farm transactions and battery energy storage developments as well as energy transmission infrastructure projects. The team is also noted for its expertise in planning and environmental issues. The law firm's renowned construction department complements the energy team's capabilities.
Work Highlights
- Arthur Cox acted for Ørsted on its agreement with ESB to jointly develop a 5 GW Irish offshore wind portfolio.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The resources and expertise in Arthur Cox are second to none and it provides top-class legal advice on the most complex of issues."
"It is a practical and solution-driven team that is eager to call on knowledge from other contexts."
"The resources and expertise in Arthur Cox are second to none and it provides top-class legal advice on the most complex of issues."
"It is a practical and solution-driven team that is eager to call on knowledge from other contexts."
Notable Practitioners
Danielle Conaghan is highly regarded for her expertise in environment and planning law relating to energy project acquisitions and developments.
"Danielle Conaghan is top-class."
Niamh McGovern offers significant experience assisting with renewable energy projects. She represents clients in a range of regulatory mandates, as well as advising on financing and construction issues.