Dentons understands well the complex interplay of various regulators and has a fully integrated team to help you navigate policy and regulatory issues. We listen to you, and then we use our vast experience to provide you with practical solutions.

Rely on our government affairs team to navigate the administrative decision-making processes of the European Union, complex legal and policy issues at the intersection of various substantive areas including international trade and regulatory law. Dentons works with you to develop detailed legal arguments and comprehensive advocacy strategies targeting the European Commission at the working and political levels, as well as the European Parliament and Council. We are equally adept addressing matters before EU member state agencies, local communities or regulatory bodies.

With 18 offices across Europe cooperating closely, our team offers comprehensive advice on cross-border issues, including those that evolve from the national level to the supranational level of the EU. We have in-depth experience dealing with complex EU-US and EU-Russian regulatory and policy matters.

Maximize your business opportunities and defend your legal rights under the wide array of European regulations and directives. Trust a dedicated team with an extensive track record advising both private sector and governments on the full universe of public law and regulatory processes and possibilities.

From energy transmission and distribution to mining and natural resources, from infrastructure and construction to media and telecommunications, we serve clients in every sector of the European economy. Dentons' seasoned lawyers and professionals deliver effective, insightful and reliable counsel in a complex and shifting regulatory landscape.

Our experience includes:

• Constitutional principles and administrative proceedings
• Public contracts and contract review
• Development of RFPs and bid solicitations
• EU state aid
• Public-private partnerships (PPP) and infrastructure
• Mining regulatory matters
• Energy policy and regulation
• Telecom and media
• Public policy advice

Recognition

Four Dentons lawyers recognized in Rising Stars Awards EMEA 2021

September 21, 2021

The 2021 edition of the Rising Stars Awards EMEA has awarded four Dentons lawyers – Marcin Czajkowski, Nicoleta Tuominen, András Peisch, and Petra Štrbová, in recognition of their professional accomplishments, advocacy and influence within their specialism. 

Insights

The extraterritorial effect of Ukrainian sanctions

June 4, 2025

Ukraine: The recently issued decision of the Ukrainian Supreme Court addresses the enforcement of Ukrainian sanctions in relation to foreign corporate structures and ownership chains involving a sanctioned person.

Ukrainian parliament approves revolutionary law changing grid connection of renewables and certain other related key rules

January 29, 2025

Ukraine: A new law that will significantly improve the grid connection of renewables was approved by the Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, on January 14, 2025.

A 2024 retrospective: Key client insights on Ukraine

January 10, 2025

Ukraine: As global challenges continue to test the strength of the modern world and regulatory landscapes shift rapidly, staying informed about emerging trends is essential for both legal professionals and business leaders.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advises Aukera Energy on the acquisition of a 130 MWp solar portfolio in Lower Saxony

June 12, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised Aukera Energy on the acquisition of a 130 MWp solar portfolio in Lower Saxony.

Dentons advises Energieversorgung Beckum on the planning and realization of a large-scale battery storage system

April 16, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has provided regulatory advice to Energieversorgung Beckum GmbH & Co. KG (EVB) and Westenergie AG, in relation to a battery storage system that EVB is implementing together with its partner E.ON Energy Solutions GmbH in the Beckum urban area. EVB is a subsidiary of the city of Beckum in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Dentons advises Nehlsen on acquisition of Karl Meyer AG

March 27, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised the international environmental and waste management service provider Nehlsen Aktiengesellschaft on the acquisition of Karl Meyer AG.

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