ENERGY

At The Precept-Law Offices, our team has been involved in some of the most prestigious power sector deals, advising PSUs, multinational corporations and multilateral institutions. We provide end-to-end legal support, from conceptualisation to documentation, bid process management, contract awards, project execution including dispute resolution before SERCs, CERC, APTEL and the Supreme Court. Our expertise covers navigating legal challenges from inception to completion for major renewable power projects including IPPs, captive power plants, hydro power plants and DISCOMs. Our team specialises in drafting and negotiating key project documents including Power Purchase Agreements, Power Sale Agreement, O&M Contracts, Supply Contracts, Fuel Supply Agreements and various other related contracts.

In the electricity sector, we have represented clients involved in power generation, transmission and distribution. We advise on all aspects of the electricity supply chain, from generation to distribution, and are well-versed in navigating the regulatory and legal frameworks governing the sector. Our expertise extends to renewable energy, where we provide legal guidance on solar, hydro, and wind energy projects.

Our services also include advising on the legal and regulatory aspects and drafting and vetting of bid documents, assisting in bid process management and conducting due diligence at various stages of documentation. We are experienced in structuring joint ventures, advising on land acquisition issues and navigating the FDI policies that govern the sector. Additionally, we advise on regulatory and legal frameworks concerning the unbundling and restructuring of State Electricity Boards, as well as exploration blocks in India, particularly in the context of CBM and Oil blocks under NELP.

Our team also provides advisory for M&A and private equity transactions, conducting due diligence (including TSRs) and structuring deals to maximise value for our clients. We offer comprehensive support for entity formation and corporate governance, ensuring that all legal aspects of our clients’ projects are managed with the highest level of precision and care.