Energy & Natural Resources
Global Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 2
Email address
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+34 91 586 0400About
Provided by Uría Menéndez
Against the backdrop of a complex regulatory framework, we advise our clients on corporate transactions, entering new markets, risk management and how to develop their business sustainably. Our first-rate legal advice is founded on unparalleled knowledge of the sector and of our clients’ business objectives.
When it comes to tackling regulatory, financial or business challenges, our team specialises in the needs of the energy, mining and raw materials industries and understands all angles of the issues involved.
We provide advice on all phases of the value chain:
- Exploration, extraction and generation
- Transportation
- Distribution
- Commercialisation
We advise all the main players:
- Electricity, oil and gas companies
- Renewables contractors and developers
- Title holders of gas and electricity transport and distribution infrastructures
- Operators of gas and oil pipelines
- Gas and electricity traders
- Investors and lenders: financial institutions, debt funds and investment and infrastructure funds
Chambers Review
Uría Menéndez has a well-reputed energy practice housing expertise in energy-related M&A, financial and regulatory matters. Large-scale project finance transactions remain a core area of practice, particularly those that involve significant international parties and assets. The practice is frequently instructed on transactions concerning both traditional and renewable energy sources, including wind, hydroelectric and solar projects. Thanks to a consolidated presence in Latin America and an international network, the team continues to undertake various transactional and project finance mandates in countries such as Argentina. The firm boasts proven experience acting on behalf of international and domestic lenders and borrowers.
Work Highlights
- Uría Menéndez assisted Nexwell Group with the sale of a portfolio of solar farms.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Uría Menéndez is pragmatic, responsive and quick."
"The lawyers at the firm are precise, detailed and technical."
"The team at Uría Menéndez is pragmatic, responsive and quick."
"The lawyers at the firm are precise, detailed and technical."
Notable Practitioners
Juan Ignacio González Ruiz is widely revered for his outstanding expertise in relation to transactional and commercial activity across the power and renewables markets. His activity spans a range of corporate and financial transactions within the energy sector.
"Juan Ignacio González Ruiz has a very good balance between flexibility and rigour."
"He is one of the best lawyers you can find in Spain for energy-related projects. He has a holistic view and the understanding of the business."
"His service level is impeccable. He is capable of handling complex concepts with very strong commercial awareness."
