Legal advice in the delivery of infrastructure services

Q: What rules apply to distribution system operators?

Operators must ensure safe, reliable and non-discriminatory operation , provide access to the network, maintain technical documentation, meet quality standards and enable regulatory control. At the same time, they are subject to a compliance regime, e.g. in the area of personal data protection , cybersecurity a division of activities .

Q: How do operating contracts work in the water and heat sector?

Municipalities and cities often close operating contracts with technical operators. These regulate operation, maintenance, investment, risk allocation, control mechanisms and pricing rules. This includes PPP models, concession contracts, infrastructure outsourcing or network management.

We provide professional legal advice in the field of energy law, waste law and law related to water supply

Are you a smaller or larger company engaged in business in the field of water or waste management? Or is your field of study energy and you need any legal assistance? We are here for you! As lawyers, we have extensive experience in these areas of business and we would be happy to share them with you and move your business in the right direction.

In the Law Firm of the Year 2022 competition, we became a recommended office in the field of energy and energy projects!

Top experts

Our lawyers have extensive experience and deep knowledge in the field of infrastructure law.

Complex services

We provide complete legal advice from the preparation of contracts, through debt collection to problem solving.

Individual approach

We handle each case with the utmost care and adapt to the client's needs.

WATER:

Consulting in the field of water management law (Act on Water Supply and Sewerage, Water Act)

We provide legal advice water management companies (smaller or larger), we negotiate with water authorities or prepare documents for subsidy applications.

WASTE:

Consulting in the field of waste management law

We deal with everything that concerns of the Waste Act, EIA (Assessment of the impact of projects on the environment), IPPC (Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control) and other related regulations.
We represent or advise in proceedings initiated by the relevant administrative authorities (fines issued by the ČIŽP, the Ministry of the Interior and others).

ENERGY:

Consulting in the field of energy law (heating, electricity, gas, energy law)

We provide legal advice clients from manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and intermediaries in energy sectors.
We communicate with the Energy Regulatory Office.
Upcoming documents for obtaining licenses (license for trading in electricity and gas, license for the production of electricity, gas and thermal energy and license for the transmission of electricity, gas transport, distribution of electricity and gas, gas storage, distribution of heating energy and licenses for the activities of the market operator), where applicable, we also help with their processing.

Representation before administrative authorities

We act for clients with water authorities, the Czech Environmental Inspectorate, the Ministry of the Environment, the State Energy Inspectorate and others.

JUDr. Ing. Jan Vych

attorney and partner

What are infrastructure services?

Infrastructure services include a wide range of activities related to the construction, operation and maintenance of public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, water supply, sewerage, energy networks and others.

What legal services do you offer in the field of infrastructure services?

We offer legal advice and representation in matters of contract law, public procurement, construction law, regulation and compliance, project financing and dispute resolution, as well as debt collection.

What rules apply to distribution system operators?

Operators must ensure safe, reliable and non-discriminatory operation, provide access to the network, maintain technical documentation, meet quality standards and enable regulatory control. At the same time, they are subject to a compliance regime, e.g. in the area of personal data protection, cybersecurity a division of activities.

How do operating contracts work in the water and heat sector?

Municipalities and cities often close operating contracts with technical operators. These regulate operation, maintenance, investment, risk allocation, control mechanisms and pricing rules. This includes PPP models, concession contracts, infrastructure outsourcing or network management.

How can you help investors in infrastructure projects?

We provide legal advice regarding investment contracts, due diligence, compliance and other legal aspects of investing in infrastructure projects.

What is waste management law?

Waste management law includes legislation and regulations regarding the collection, transportation, processing, recycling and disposal of waste with the aim of protecting public health and the environment.

What is energy law?

Energy law includes legislation and regulation relating to the production, transmission, distribution and consumption of energy, including renewable and non-renewable energy sources.

Do I need a license to operate an energy company?

Yes, to operate an energy company, it is usually necessary to obtain the appropriate licenses and permits from the energy regulatory authority. A license is required for production, distribution, energy trade, transmission or storage, but also for the operation of heating systems. Both operators of existing systems and new sources apply for licenses. The entrepreneur must meet professional, technical and financial requirements and the license conditions are checked by ERUIf you need a more detailed answer, contact us.