Fielding specialists in project financing issues and public procurement initiatives, Browne Jacobson LLP regularly represents clients active in the worlds of nuclear, tidal, and hydrogen energy. The team has a strong track record in assisting government departments, multinational corporations, and renewable companies on public and private regeneration projects, with practice head Paul Hill specialising in corporate lending and acquisition finance matters. Joining him in Birmingham are Mike Jackson, who primarily focuses on growth capital and cross-border transactions, Zoe Stollard, knowledgeable on the retail and leisure fields, and Nick Smee, who regularly drafts tech-focused agreements. Kirk Glenn and Jonathan Vickers are also recommended.

Showcasing extensive expertise in complex projects, including PPPs, procurements, and infrastructure initiatives, Gowling WLG’s Birmingham-based outfit is highly regarded by a range of London councils and global corporations. On the renewables side, the practice is well versed in all aspects of battery energy storage and solar PV assignments, with co-head Dominic Richardson specialising in PFI contracts and grant funding matters. Fellow co-head, Elizabeth Williams, is an aerospace and defence sector expert, while Stephen Kenny routinely acts for the Ministry of Defence. James Stanier covers acquisitions in the energy sphere, while Gus Wood predominantly focuses on commercial and regulatory proceedings.

Providing advice on the full lifecycle of major projects, from investment to development, Pinsent Masons LLP’s Birmingham team is highly regarded for handling waste energy and wind farm initiatives. On the corporate side, the practice is experienced in assisting with joint ventures, M&A, and strategic partnerships; key names include John Tyerman, a specialist in disposals and equity investments. Nigel Blundell covers government work at both the national and local level. Kultar Khangura is an infrastructure expert, while Pete Feehan and Jeremy Chang focus on project finance issues from their bases in London and Birmingham, respectively. Rhian Critchell and Ellen Cullen are also recommended.

Boasting considerable knowledge in development consent and compulsory purchase orders, Shakespeare Martineau LLP has wide-ranging experience, covering energy sector regulation and structuring commercial arrangements for public and private companies. The practice is routinely called upon to assist with the development and financing of battery storage initiatives and solar power projects. Based in Birmingham, team leader Andrew Whitehead is a specialist energy regulatory and contracts lawyer. Mark Bartholomew is a restructuring and privatisation expert. Other key figures include Daniel Clarke, who focuses on regeneration work; Matthew Harris, who consistently supports energy developers and landowners; and Nicola Lediard, who concentrates on property disputes and judicial review matters.

Headed up by the Bristol-based Nadeem Arshad, Bevan Brittan LLP showcases a ‘depth and breadth of knowledge’ in decarbonisation and solar PV projects, with an additional focus on waste PPP initiatives. The practice’s focus extends to the construction and planning aspects of major projects; Birmingham-based Kirtpal Kaur Aujla, in particular, is an experienced commercial projects lawyer. Since joining the firm as partner in September 2024, Gemma Glasspole has handled infrastructure and carbon capture proceedings, while Sarah Innes is well-versed in waste services agreements. Carrie Davies is also recommended.

Spearheaded by the ‘excellent’ James Larmour and Kirstin Roberts, the Birmingham-based Freeths LLP handles the refinancing side of infrastructure and decarbonisation projects. The team’s considerable renewables focus ranges from battery energy storage to solar farm power. Splitting his time between Birmingham and London, Larmour is experienced in complex joint ventures and outsourcings, while from Birmingham, Roberts primarily focuses on the waste and biodiversity spheres. Michael Hoskins is a commercial litigation specialist, while Perveen Akhter is a construction and engineering expert.