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Private capital can power Europe’s next energy chapter, Forward Law Review
Nov 6, 2026
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Partner Lewis McDonald spoke with Forward Law Review about the opportunities for private capital investment in Europe’s energy and infrastructure sectors and his plans to build McDermott Will & Schulte’s energy and infrastructure practice across London and Western Europe.
Lewis highlighted growing investment opportunities in electricity networks, renewable energy assets and infrastructure supporting data centres and artificial intelligence (AI). He also discussed the importance of long-term regulatory certainty and government support in attracting private capital to major energy projects.
Looking ahead, Lewis outlined his ambition to build a leading European energy and infrastructure platform, drawing on the Firm’s existing capabilities and investment in AI to support clients on complex transactions.
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