Environment
Europe Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 1
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Provided by McCann FitzGerald LLP
Climate change, security of supply, market digitalisation, geopolitics, rising regulation, sustainable finance and scientific discoveries all contribute to the complexity which characterises the energy sector and challenges all stakeholders to anticipate and adapt to fluid market forces. McCann FitzGerald LLP's Energy, Climate Change and Natural Resources Group brings together the necessary experience, expertise, intelligence and market awareness to advise and guide the Irish government, market operators, financiers, stakeholders, generators, suppliers and regulators.
We have the expertise in energy, environmental, planning, procurement, construction and finance law to provide seamless advice on all aspects of development, financing, construction, operation and regulation of energy projects and businesses. We have a particular complementary strength in regulatory and advisory work and can guide clients through these complex and multi-faceted frameworks.
The McCann FitzGerald legal team does more, however, than simply enabling clients to anticipate and adapt to market forces. We facilitate innovation. We enable clients to respond to trends at European, national and international levels, seizing opportunities as they emerge. It is this opportunity-orientated approach which makes us stand out.
Chambers Review
McCann FitzGerald provides a leading full-service offering that frequently advises domestic and international clients on joint ventures and transactions in the energy sector. The lawyers have particular experience in wind farm transactions. The department also advises on a broad range of regulatory challenges affecting energy projects, including planning and environmental issues.
Work Highlights
- McCann FitzGerald acted for the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications on the design and implementation of the onshore auctions under the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"McCann FitzGerald offers both great sector-specific ability and a high level of all-around corporate knowledge."
"The team works very efficiently and collaboratively."
"McCann FitzGerald offers both great sector-specific ability and a high level of all-around corporate knowledge."
"The team works very efficiently and collaboratively."
Notable Practitioners
Brendan Slattery assists with a range of regulatory and licensing mandates, including judicial reviews. He represents financial institutions and energy companies.
Valerie Lawlor is a top-tier practitioner who advises on transactions and joint ventures in the renewable energy sphere, with experience acting on the acquisition of wind farms.
"Valerie Lawlor is someone you want on your side. She is sharp, well briefed on the law and a safe pair of hands."