Energy contracts cover the drafting, negotiation and enforcement of agreements governing the supply, sale or procurement of energy. Typical work includes drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements, gas and electricity supply contracts, offtake arrangements, hedging and capacity agreements, and related ancillary documents. A solicitor ensures risk allocation, compliance with market rules, and clarity on price mechanisms, termination rights, and change‑in‑law events. They also coordinate with counterparties, grid operators, and regulators to secure reliable energy supply terms.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
They handle provisions on pricing, credit, delivery, risk allocation, termination, change‑in‑law, and dispute resolution, plus interactions with market operators and regulators to ensure enforceable, workable contracts.