Ashurst has been named Italian Renewables Law Firm of the Year, while energy and resources counsel, Annamaria Pinzuti, was awarded Emerging Lawyer of the Year at the Legalcommunity Energy Awards, held in Milan on 30 January 2018.
The Ashurst team was recognised for its work in the renewable energy sector during the last year, with clients saying that: "the team is well qualified and the senior lawyers are always on the front line".
Annamaria was recognised for her work in the areas of M&A and JV, particularly in energy and infrastructure.
Head of Energy Carloandrea Meacci said:
"Winning these awards is a fitting testament to our team after a year of hard work, including advising on the largest ever financing in the renewables sector in Italy. I want to thank all members of the team, and congratulate Annamaria."
Head of Italy, Franco Vigliano, commented:
"We are delighted to have won such a prestigious award; it is a great accolade of our team's calibre, and demonstrates our market leading and innovative services in the renewables sector. Congratulations also to Annamaria for being awarded Emerging Lawyer of the Year. It is a well-deserved acknowledgement of her excellent performance and constant commitment to help our clients achieve their most ambitious goals."
