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Data Centers
Legal and Strategic Counsel for the Digital Infrastructure Economy
As the global demand for data storage and digital infrastructure accelerates, legal support for data center development, acquisition, and operation has become indispensable. SJKP LLP delivers strategic counsel across the entire life cycle of data center assets—from land acquisition and construction to financing, joint ventures, and large-scale M&A.
Our team advises hyperscale operators, cloud providers, institutional investors, and private equity sponsors with deep sector insight and commercial practicality. We understand the technical, regulatory, and environmental complexities inherent in building and operating mission-critical facilities that power the global digital economy.
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1. Data Centers M&A and Investment Structuring
SJKP LLP’s global M&A and investment teams advise investors, developers, and operators on high-value data center transactions across major markets. We structure joint ventures, co-investments, and platform-level acquisitions that align with each client’s commercial objectives and regulatory obligations.
Data Centers Strategic Transactions and Joint Ventures
Our attorneys negotiate and structure strategic partnerships involving hyperscale, colocation, and edge data centers. We develop investment vehicles such as yield platforms, REIT conversions, and managed infrastructure funds to optimize returns and maintain governance control.
Data Centers Due Diligence and Risk Assessment
We perform comprehensive diligence covering environmental risk, tax efficiency, data sovereignty, and operational reliability. Our due diligence extends beyond financial metrics to encompass power purchase arrangements, fiber connectivity, and regulatory clearances that may affect long-term asset performance.
2. Data Centers Financing and Real Estate Solutions
SJKP LLP provides end-to-end financing counsel for greenfield development, portfolio refinancing, and asset recycling. We combine expertise in project finance, real estate law, and sustainability-linked funding to support clients in achieving both financial and ESG objectives.
Data Centers Innovative Financing Models
Our lawyers advise on the use of green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and asset-backed securities to fund large-scale data center development. We also structure credit facilities that integrate energy-efficiency metrics and renewable power sourcing commitments.
Data Centers Real Estate and Zoning Strategy
Data centers occupy a unique intersection of real estate and technology law. We guide clients through site selection, land acquisition, and zoning approval, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Our real estate attorneys also negotiate complex ground leases, easements, and power interconnection rights essential for operational continuity.
3. Data Centers Construction and Operational Agreements
We draft and negotiate construction contracts, EPC agreements, and service-level arrangements that define the technical and operational standards of mission-critical facilities. Our lawyers ensure that contracts balance risk allocation, performance guarantees, and scalability to accommodate future expansion.
Data Centers Environmental and Permitting Compliance
SJKP LLP supports clients in managing environmental permitting across multiple jurisdictions. We secure approvals related to emissions, water usage, and energy efficiency while aligning compliance with sustainability goals. Our team also advises on renewable integration, carbon credits, and community impact assessments associated with large-scale construction.
Data Centers Cross-Border and Infrastructure Integration
With data centers forming the backbone of global connectivity, we assist multinational clients with the legal integration of their assets into larger digital infrastructure networks. Our expertise extends to subsea cable systems, fiber networks, and regional data exchange hubs, ensuring smooth interconnection and consistent regulatory treatment across borders.
4. Data Centers Regulatory Compliance and Data Sovereignty
Operating data centers requires strict adherence to evolving privacy, cybersecurity, and data residency laws. SJKP LLP provides clients with forward-looking compliance strategies to mitigate exposure to regulatory risk and align with data governance standards worldwide.
Data Centers Data Protection and Cybersecurity Oversight
We help clients implement policies consistent with U.S., EU, and APAC privacy frameworks, including GDPR, CCPA, and emerging data localization laws. Our attorneys coordinate with cybersecurity teams to develop breach-response protocols, vendor compliance programs, and cross-border transfer mechanisms.
Data Centers Critical Infrastructure and National Security Regulations
Our team advises on regulatory regimes governing foreign investment and national security, including CFIUS and FDI screening laws. We structure transactions to avoid triggering mandatory filings or to obtain expedited approvals, ensuring smooth progress for cross-border investments in strategic infrastructure assets.
5. Data Centers Operations, Maintenance, and Power Strategy
Beyond construction and financing, ongoing operational efficiency and energy management are vital for sustainable profitability. SJKP LLP assists operators in optimizing service agreements, managing vendor relationships, and negotiating power supply arrangements that meet both economic and environmental standards.
Data Centers Service-Level and Vendor Management
We structure master service agreements (MSAs) that clearly define uptime guarantees, maintenance responsibilities, and disaster recovery standards. Our counsel ensures that operators maintain operational resilience and contractual flexibility across global facility portfolios.
Data Centers Power Procurement and Renewable Integration
Our energy attorneys advise on power purchase agreements (PPAs), grid interconnection, and renewable sourcing. We help clients integrate battery storage, distributed generation, and carbon-offset strategies into their energy frameworks, positioning their assets for long-term sustainability compliance.
6. Why SJKP LLP for Data Centers
Clients choose SJKP LLP because we combine sector-specific insight with multidisciplinary strength. Our team integrates real estate, finance, regulatory, environmental, and technology law expertise to provide holistic solutions for every stage of a data center’s life cycle.
Data Centers Global Experience and Market Reach
With experience advising on more than 450 transactions worldwide in the past five years, we bring unmatched familiarity with market standards and regional regulatory expectations. Our global footprint allows us to coordinate transactions seamlessly across jurisdictions.
Data Centers Strategic Value and Long-Term Support
We don’t just close deals—we position clients for sustained success. From compliance audits and operational reviews to exit strategies and recapitalizations, SJKP LLP serves as a trusted advisor throughout the life of each asset, ensuring both legal protection and commercial optimization.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
