Nuclear, fossil or renewable energies: our know-how covers all aspects of energy law. Our lawyers will assist you throughout your project, from its design through to its operation, as well as for litigation and arbitration.
Law firm with expertise in energy law
A top-tier law firm offering expert support in business law
DELCADE regularly advises clients in the energy sector. Our experience is nurtured with a broad range of clients, government authorities, producers and suppliers, transport or distribution network operators, renewable energy developers etc.
A renowned energy law firm
Our track record includes:
Advising a Canadian biomethane producer in relation to the acquisition of a French start-up that created an innovative solution for the production of biofuel. Our lawyers shared their recommendations on French merger control law to guide him in his foreign investment.
Adivising a newcomer in the field of nuclear energy from the UK setting up in Europe. We assisted him on the French foreign investment control regime, the grant application for the France 2030 investment program, and restrictions related to nuclear technology exchanges between members of the European Union.
In the field of international pre-arbitration, DELCADE supported foreign investors in the French nuclear fleet. We provided support during the suspension of the test certificate for a steam generator installed on reactor 2 of the Fessenheim power plant, as well as during the preparations for the final shutdown of the nuclear power station.
The expertise of our law firm in energy law
DELCADE brings together lawyers with particular expertise in business law. They gather their complementary skills to create tailor-made solutions, thus. enabling our law firm to meet all the needs of stakeholders in the energy sector.
Our rankings and distinctions
Our strengths
Our knowledge of public authority processes and regulations specific to your activity.
The experience gained from many key players in the field.
Competition and regulatory law expertise, reinforced by a cross-sectional view of the energy sector.
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