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Our Energy & Natural Resources department provides comprehensive legal advice across the energy sector, covering hydrocarbons, electricity, and renewable energies. We advise on regulatory compliance, the structuring and negotiation of contracts, project financing, and dispute resolution, supporting both national and international companies with complex operations in Bolivia.

Our practice has particular strength in hydrocarbons, with extensive experience in high-value oil and gas projects, cross-border investment structures, and regulatory strategies. We have also acted on significant financing transactions for the sector and provide specialised advice on corporate structures tailored to energy operations. The team is increasingly active in emerging areas such as lithium and renewable energy initiatives, assisting clients in navigating Bolivia’s evolving regulatory framework.

We distinguish ourselves by combining deep industry knowledge with strategic legal insight, enabling our clients to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and achieve successful outcomes in highly regulated and technically complex industries.

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Energy & Natural Resources - Bolivia

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Orienta Legal is well respected for its presence in the Bolivian energy and natural resources sector. The legal team routinely offers commercial and regulatory advice on cross-border expansions into neighbouring countries, as well as on liquidation processes. The firm can claim additional expertise in acting for companies on energy generation, mining, and oil and gas mandates.

Work Highlights

  • Orienta Legal provided legal guidance to Monte Alegre through an in-depth report on the direct importation of diesel into Bolivia. This involved an analysis of the existing regulations and an exploration of the client’s alternatives for supplying diesel directly to consumers.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mariana Pereira
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Mariana Pereira
1
Band 1

Stellar partner and head of department Mariana Pereira is lauded for her activity Bolivia's energy and natural resources sphere. She has particular expertise in the hydrocarbon industry.

Mariana Pereira always tailors her approach to our needs and has great commercial awareness.

Mariana Pereira continues to be a leader within the hydrocarbon practice in Bolivia. She stands out for her technical excellence and her ability to truly understand her clients.

Ana Carola Muñoz
3
Ana Carola Muñoz
3
Band 3

Solid partner Ana Carola Muñoz joins the rankings, receiving praise for her activity, which routinely includes regulatory advice to clients in the power and hydrocarbon industries.

From the outset, Ana Carola Muñoz has demonstrated expertise in the energy sector. She offers clear and effective advice and her commitment to us has been exceptional.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Bolivia

Energy & Natural Resources

Mariana Pereira
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Mariana Pereira
1
Band 1
Ana Carola Muñoz
3
Ana Carola Muñoz
3
Band 3

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