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Energy & Infrastructure

Expert legal advice to the energy & infrastructure markets.

Specialist energy & infrastructure lawyers

The energy and infrastructure markets lead the way in technology, attract investment and impact every aspect of our businesses and daily lives. Energy and infrastructure are also naturally intertwined—energy, the power that runs society, needs infrastructure, the structures and facilities within society, and vice versa.

Looking to the future, there are huge opportunities for forward-thinking organisations, as the UK’s government and other nations focus on investment and fiscal stimuli necessary for economic recovery. At Foot Anstey, our energy & infrastructure legal specialists guide clients through the legal complexities of these evolving markets, providing expert legal advice in energy law and construction law respectively, ensuring compliance with regulation and supporting clients across sectors.

Utilities & Infrastructure Horizon Scanner

Our horizon scanner provides clarity on what legal and regulatory changes lie ahead for utility and infrastructure companies so that you can plot your course with confidence.

Visit the scanner to see what’s upcoming that could impact your business.

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Our specialist areas

Our team supports clients to deliver some of the biggest and most innovative projects in the UK:

Renewable Energy

The energy team at Foot Anstey has extensive experience in the renewable energy field and is recognised as a leader in the industry. Find out more about how we can help with battery storage, solar, and the UK EV network or any other clean energy project.

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Nuclear

It is an exciting time to be involved in the nuclear industry, which is undergoing rapid change. Our energy lawyers help clients navigate these challenges, supporting developers, site licence companies, and contractors at all levels of the nuclear supply chain.

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Ports & Marine

Ports and harbours in the UK represent a dynamic industry of fast-paced innovation and trade, whether sea ports, freeports, or port suppliers. This presents significant opportunities for the natural resources sector. Find out how we support clients in capitalising on those opportunities.

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Space & Satellite

With government plans to more than double the UK’s share of the global space economy by 2030 and over £360 billion of UK economic activity supported by satellite infrastructure, the sector is set to increase exponentially as demand for data and connectivity grows. Learn more about Foot Anstey’s commitment to the sector and the dedicated experts available to you.

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Transport & Mobility

Transport and mobility are integral to society, and there is a growing need to develop a transformational national transport policy that places the needs of the consumer at its centre. We provide invaluable insight into sustainable transport policy, mobility planning, and project delivery.

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Water & Waste

As part of the global push towards sustainability and decarbonisation, energy companies must reduce their carbon footprint through innovation and investment. Alongside this, companies are focused on meeting the challenges of ESG (environmental, social, and governance), maintaining public health, and shifting towards a circular economy.

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Telecommunications

Telecommunications infrastructure is the backbone of modern connectivity, encompassing networks, data centers, and wireless systems that enable global communication. As the industry navigates regulatory challenges, cybersecurity risks, and infrastructure expansion, having the right legal support can play a crucial role.

Our legal specialists at Foot Anstey assist with regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, spectrum licensing, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution. Additionally, we provide advice to telecom companies on managing data privacy concerns and how to navigate evolving industry laws to ensure seamless operations and growth.

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Why choose Foot Anstey?

Energy and infrastructure are areas where we are not just commentators but expert participators, working on some of the largest, and most innovative energy and infrastructure both in the UK and internationally. We understand both markets have the same, or very similar challenges, in relation to supply chains, risk, technology, the digital economy, people, safety, planning and environmental considerations, as well as access to land and to funding and with our expertise and experience in these markets, we are best placed to support your business.

As one of our core business sectors at Foot Anstey, we see infrastructure in a broader sense—from roads, runways, and railways that connect our cities to the spaceports, satellite and telecommunications technologies that enable global communication. Whether you’re funding, designing, building, or operating in construction, infrastructure, or connectivity, navigating change and innovation is key to managing risk and reward. Our experienced projects, infrastructure and construction lawyers provide expert legal guidance to support your projects and the construction process.

As an equally important sector, our energy lawyers have first-hand knowledge of energy regulation and compliance requirements. Our energy lawyers provide strategic support to companies, whether negotiating supply chains, managing risk, adapting to technology, addressing digital economy needs, or dealing with planning and environmental considerations. We also handle energy disputes, ensuring clients’ interests are protected. Our expertise in energy law ensures our clients receive tailored legal advice in these areas.

With an extensive network from policymakers to major suppliers, including energy suppliers, rail, airports, transportation providers and a wide range of funders, one of our core strengths at Foot Anstey is making relevant introductions to provide collaborative solutions. We are one of the few UK-based law firms that embrace meaningful collaborations with other law firms, ensuring our clients get the best expertise at the right cost.

Our people

Corporate | Energy & Infrastructure

02380173060

Email Amy Lapsevska

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Anne Pascal

Associate

Real Estate | Energy & Infrastructure

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Associate

Projects, Infrastructure & Construction | Real Estate | Energy & Infrastructure

01174038945

Email Thomas Barnett

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What do our clients say?

“The team at Foot Anstey are approachable, friendly and knowledgeable. They are deeply immersed in the renewable energy and EV sectors and always give practical and tailored advice.”

Legal 500 2024

“The Foot Anstey team is truly epic – they have become an integral part of our in-house legal service. This team delivers high-quality legal work, with exceptional attention to detail, alongside honest communication in terms of commercial suggestions and expectations.”

Legal 500 2024

“Good industry understanding and experience, good collaboration, they hear their client’s needs/requests and ensure that they get the best possible results for them, they proposing solutions.”

Legal 500 2024

“The Foot Anstey team have an in depth knowledge of the market and always provide clear, tailored and timely advice. They take the time to really get to know my business and are always approachable.”

Legal 500 2024

“The team provides a diverse team with a multitude of expertise. They are enthusiastic in adapting to the changing market and sharing the benefit of this with their clients.”

Legal 500 2024

“Good commercial awareness and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.”

Legal 500 2023

“The Foot Anstey energy team have become a fundamental part of our project delivery team and have always provided us with high quality good value advice on all legal aspects that we have sought and engaged their assistance. They have a can do attitude and always look to solve problems rather than create them which is a crucial starting position from my viewpoint and helps to differentiate them from others.”

Legal 500 2023

“The Foot Anstey energy team has provided our battery energy storage business with excellent property and commercial/project sales advice across a variety of development projects from option/lease negotiations through to SPV sale of the project and associated rights.”

Legal 500 2023