Uniquely positioned to advise across the whole energy spectrum

We know energy – in all of its forms. Our Energy practice is one of De Brauw’s core practices, supported by a cross-disciplinary group of more than 55 lawyers. The work we do together alongside our clients puts us at the centre of today's most critical energy projects, transactions, regulatory matters, and high-stake disputes. Our multidisciplinary and cross-border approach makes us a trusted force in all aspects of the global energy transition. From our headquarters in Amsterdam, we are a European energy powerhouse with global reach and active in all strategic aspects of the energy transition.

The core of our expertise lies in our long-standing relationships with leading government entities engaged in national and international energy infrastructure projects, as well as with key players in the energy sector. This gives us a unique depth of experience across the energy spectrum. From oil & gas (including LNG) and nuclear to renewable sources (onshore & offshore wind, solar, heat, biomass), carbon storage, and hydrogen, we provide comprehensive guidance with unmatched capabilities.

Our clients turn to us as the go-to experts for their most significant energy challenges and opportunities because we are the only law firm in the Netherlands that seamlessly integrates in-house expertise in transactions, regulation, litigation and arbitration, and criminal enforcement. We are the only firm in the Netherlands to be ranked first tier in Energy and Natural Resources by both Chambers and Legal 500.

An outstanding energy practice with an exceptionally broad scope of expertise. Clients highlight the team's 'large network and coordination skills'.

Chambers Europe, 2024

Insights

30 June 2025

DOJ provides guidance on shift in US white-collar enforcement strategy

As discussed in our February update, the Trump administration started its second term by announcing significant changes in the white-collar enforcement priorities of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). A brief recap: President Trump ordered the DOJ to pause Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) investigations and enforcement actions for 180 days. Attorney General Pam Bondi had signalled shifts in the DOJ's priorities towards the goal of "total elimination" of drug cartels and Transnational Crime Organizations (TCOs). Several of the Attorney General's memoranda at the time also alluded to potential deprioritisation of corporate enforcement in business-related national security cases and protection of US companies in particular. On the basis of these broad strokes directions, the DOJ had been directed to issue new guidelines.
27 June 2025

EU sustainability legislation: our update on Omnibus Proposal and Dutch CSRD implementation

We have seen continued developments in EU and Dutch sustainability legislation throughout the first half of 2025, with a notable increase in activity over the past two weeks leading up to the Dutch parliament's summer recess.
23 April 2025

Omnibus Stop-the-Clock amendments to CSRD and CSDDD now final

The European Stop-the-Clock Directive entered into force on 17 April 2025. This directive is part of a broader Omnibus package aimed at amending European sustainability legislation, including the CSRD and CSDDD, to ensure that regulatory requirements do not hinder the EU's competitiveness. See our February 2025 article for more on the Omnibus package.