Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP’s highly regarded practice is active in market-leading projects regionally, nationally, and internationally. The group offers significant strength in depth, advising on solar, wind, tidal, and nuclear projects in the energy sector, in addition to handling numerous prominent infrastructure and transport mandates. Geraint Pullin Thomas, who is the firmwide energy real estate head, jointly leads the Cardiff offering with transport and infrastructure specialist Andrew Burns, and construction expert Alison Short. Nicola Williams, who is the fourth Cardiff co-head, leads on regulatory matters. Other key team members include Nadine Gutteridge, who leads the lateral infrastructure team, and James Shawe, whose practice includes both real estate and regulatory issues. Jodie Butler is also a key name to note.

The multidisciplinary team at Acuity Law is active for a variety of clients, including energy companies, on a broad range of matters. With experience handling mandates relating to solar and wind projects, in addition to novel areas such as anaerobic digestion and battery storage, the group is equipped to cover a range of contentious and non-contentious issues. Jointly leading the team are Declan Goodwin, who has a broad commercial practice which includes IP-focused transactions, and Steve Morris, a real estate specialist with experience acting across Wales and the UK.

Hugh James advises on the full life cycle of energy projects, including windfarms, solar farms, and biomass plants, in addition to taking a key role advising developers and public sector clients on renewable energy schemes and sustainability projects. The department is led by Ioan Prydderch, whose background is in construction law; Prydderch additionally covers a range of contentious matters, and is an accredited mediator. Peter Hurn covers all aspects of commercial property and planning work.