Baker McKenzie, Energy & Natural Resources | Chambers Latin America Profile

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Energy & Natural Resources - Colombia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie is a highly recognised firm that continues to field a solid Colombian energy and natural resources team, whose expertise spans the hydrocarbons and renewable energy spaces, covering solar, wind, and biomass. The practice group is frequently retained by international clients to handle power purchase agreements and project structuring, in addition to advising on the trade of natural gas.

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Work Highlights

Baker McKenzie advised Schlumberger Surenco on the regulatory requirements for their operations of both onshore and offshore projects in Colombia.

Strengths

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Energy regulation tends to have a high degree of complexity and in my experience Baker masters it. The team is very agile, thinking about client needs from different perspectives, mitigating risks.

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Energy regulation tends to have a high degree of complexity and in my experience Baker masters it. The team is very agile, thinking about client needs from different perspectives, mitigating risks.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alejandro C. Mesa-Neira

Band 2

Partner and co-head of the department Alejandro Mesa-Neira handles power purchase agreements and renewable energy project structuring in Colombia.

Alejandro Mesa is a partner with a very clear commercial vision and extensive technical knowledge. Working with him is very pleasant and generates high level of trust internally and with counterparts.

I’d highlight Alejandro’s global vision and deep understanding of client needs. He brings an integrated perspective as he is an experienced, practical lawyer who helps you find effective solutions.

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Camila Jimenez

Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch and leader of the environment sub-practice at Baker McKenzie, Camila Jimenez is recognised following strong feedback from peers and clients alike, who praise her skills in regulatory mandates.

Camila Jimenez is our point of reference and go-to lawyer when it comes to specific environmental matters.

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Laura Torres Restrepo

Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Laura Torres Restrepo joins the rankings after receiving strong market recognition for her notable energy practice in Colombia.

Laura is a lawyer with exceptional knowledge of the sector’s regulations, which has consistently allowed her to provide highly qualified support on our projects, especially in renewable energies.

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