Caveat Legal

Your next energy project doesn't have to get stuck in the regulatory labyrinth. While NERSA approvals, municipal consents, and environmental clearances can add months to your timeline and cost you millions, a strategic approach can change everything. Our integrated energy team navigates all regulatory pathways simultaneously, delivering the speed and efficiency your project demands.

Selling power back to the grid from rooftop solar panels is becoming a popular option for property owners, however high feed-in tariffs make it financially unfeasible. Property owners have options like creating a separate entity to sell power through a power purchase agreement, reducing energy costs and benefiting from discounted tariffs.

Energy assets come with unique and often hidden regulatory liabilities. Transfer pricing disputes, municipal consent violations, environmental non-compliance - these are risks traditional due diligence can miss. We've seen deals collapse at closing, or even worse, lead to millions in inherited liabilities. Our specialized energy M&A due diligence team identifies and mitigates these risks, protecting your investment from day one. Don't let hidden liabilities derail your deal. Book a call with our team today.

A PPA that looks perfect on paper can still unravel when the bank's lawyers get involved. This is a common pitfall that leads to delayed financial close. Lenders demand changes, security packages conflict, and the entire project financing process stalls. Our team drafts PPAs with bankability in mind from day one, ensuring your agreement meets every requirement for a smooth financial close.

The buyer walked away just 48 hours before signing. The reason? A messy back office that looked like a startup garage. Your dream exit is a nightmare waiting to happen if your legal foundations aren't solid. We specialise in rapid exit preparation, helping dozens of founders secure their legacy. Book a free assessment call and let's get you deal-ready.

Do you find yourself unable to get clear 'proceed or don't proceed' advice? Do your lawyers identify risks without suggesting practical mitigation strategies? We hear you. Legal advice should guide investment decisions, not hedge against them. At Caveat, our clients tell us they need pragmatic, business-minded input. Our lawyers aren't afraid to step in and offer an opinion. Reach out to us for a different approach today.