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Hydrogen Offtake Agreements
Hydrogen has long been championed as a cornerstone of the global decarbonisation agenda, particularly for heavy industries such as steel, cement and chemicals, which are difficult to electrify. Even though investment and government policy have accelerated, the sector is still progressing slower than expected due to technological and infrastructure challenges. Financing remains difficult as lenders…
Read MoreTurning Car Parks into Clean Energy Hubs
As the UK accelerates its push towards net-zero, the question of how to scale green infrastructure without compromising land use has never been more pressing. One promising answer? Build up, not out. Instead of covering precious farmland with solar panels, companies are now looking to car parks – underused, sun-drenched expanses of concrete – to…
Read MoreBritain’s Clean Energy Transformation: The Impact of the Clean Industry Bonus
Europe’s Clean-Energy Boom: M&A Insights from Aurora Energy
Why are private equity giants shifting their focus to battery storage, data centre co-locations, and bundled clean energy platforms? Europe’s clean energy boom is reshaping the way investors approach risk, scale, and geography — and transactional lawyers are right in the middle of it. I’ve pulled together key insights from a recent Aurora Energy podcast…
Read MoreMatt Voller – Promotion
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Matt Voller to Senior Consultant, recognising his exceptional contributions to Wadkins Associates since joining us in November 2019. Matt has been instrumental in our expansion into the Asia-Pacific region. When we established our Singapore office, Matt was one of only two team members alongside Director James Candappa…
Read MorePractice Management Market Update Nov 24 Practice Management
Last week, our legal operations team at Wadkins Associates visited our New York contacts to discuss the evolution of legal practice management within the AM Law 100. We explored how teams are structuring themselves to support attorneys and how firms are strategizing to attract candidates to a niche yet growing pool of talent. Practice Management…
Read MorePowering the Future: The Rising Demand for Lawyers in Renewable Energy M&A
What do rising M&A deals in Europe’s renewable energy sector mean for the legal job market? An article¹ published by the International Financial Law Review (IFLR) caught my eye recently, highlighting a significant uptick in high-value M&A activity in the sector. This surge, alongside what I’ve observed to be a steady influx of new jobs…
Read MoreThe Vital Role of Energy Lawyers in Africa’s Renewable Energy Boom
As a recruiter who works squarely in the energy sector, it’s my business to attend and read up on sector focused conferences. What has been consistent in 2024 is the renewed investment opportunities in renewable energy across Africa. With new legislation and less risk attached to investors and with the scale and climate for wind…
Read MoreTom Chapman – Promotion
We are delighted to announce a significant promotion within our team at Wadkins Associates. Tom Chapman, a key member of our Asset Finance team, has been promoted to the role of Managing Consultant. Tom has been with us since January 2019, and his journey with us over the past few years has been marked by…
Read MoreExploring Alternative Career Paths in Law: From Fee-Earners to Practice Management and Attorney Development
The Evolving Landscape of Legal Careers The legal profession has traditionally been viewed through the lens of fee-earning roles such as Associate or Partner. However, the increasing complexity of legal services has given rise to new and rewarding career paths. Notably, Practice Management and Attorney Development roles have become attractive alternatives for fee-earners who are…
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