DLA Piper has been ranked #2 legal adviser by deal count in inspiratia Q1 2018 renewables legal adviser rankings. Inspiratia is a provider of real-time analysis and infrastructure and renewables industry news.

In the first three months of the year, DLA Piper advised on seven renewable energy projects. Some notable projects the firm advised on were the acquisition of Windpark Linda from Vortex Energy and the financing of two wind parks located in the municipalities of Butera (18MW) and Siculiana (16.5MW), in Sicily, Italy.

Commenting on the results, Global Co-Chair of Energy and Natural Resources, Natasha Luther-Jones, said: "The rankings reflect DLA Piper's strong first quarter in 2018 and continue to highlight the firm's reputation as a top legal adviser in the global market. These results are testament to the market leading deals we undertake across the Energy practice and the hard work, commitment and talent of all of our people."