International law firm Bird & Bird has once again topped the Clean Energy Legal League Table 2024 as the Most Active Law Firm for Clean Energy M&A, marking the seventh year in a row. The firm also ranked in third place for Most Active Law Firm for Clean Energy Project Financing.
Clean Energy Pipeline, a source of news, data and analytics for the renewables finance industry, noted that Bird & Bird advised on 120 clean energy M&A transactions in 2023, capping off another busy and productive year.
Bird & Bird’s Energy & Utilities group focuses on renewables, energy management and efficiency, networks and grids, digitalisation, energy storage, and hydrogen.
Michael Rudd, head of Bird & Bird’s international Energy & Utilities sector, adds: “We are pleased to announce that we have been ranked number one by volume for our clean energy M&A transactions and third for project finance transactions. Our clients are leading the charge in driving forward the global green economy, and we are thankful to them for choosing us to assist them in achieving their energy transition goals. One of the unique strengths in this field is the extensive knowledge and expertise of our clean energy team. As clean energy is set to shape the future, we look forward to playing our part in helping our clients.”
Matt Bonass, co-head of Bird & Bird’s international Corporate group, says: “I am so proud that our corporate energy team has been once again been recognised as the most active firm globally in renewable M&A for the seventh year running. It is a remarkable achievement and is testament to the strength and breadth of our international team, both in corporate and across our other practice areas.”
