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Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Energy & Natural Resources

Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia


Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

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This area is composed of highly specialized lawyers who provide comprehensive advice on legal matters for the development of projects in different areas such as mining, industrial, energy, corporate, infrastructure and real estate, among others. The high degree of specialization, skill in the use and understanding of technical aspects associated with the respective specialties and coordination with other areas of our firm allows our area to provide multidisciplinary legal services of high quality and added value to government agencies and companies. Mainly, the group performed the following legal activities:

  • Support for Due Diligence processes under mergers and acquisitions or Project Finance processes.
  • Negotiations of transactions involving mining, environmental and energy relevant aspects.
  • Drafting and preparation of contracts used in related industries.
  • Environmental, energetic and mining litigation at judicial and administrative levels.
  • Compliance audits, covering legal and technical aspects (supported by multidisciplinary teams).
  • Advise for environmental impact assessments to investment projects, as well as in the process of obtaining other permits necessary for implementation and after their closing.
  • Support to granting processes of mining concessions; assistance regarding mining and surface land disputes, local community; indigenous matters, water rights; among others.

Clients (36)

  • Corporación Soluciones Energéticas Integrales
  • Macquire Capital (Mexico) S.A. de C.V.
  • Neoen EnR Mexico
  • VITOL Colombia C.I. S.A.S.
  • Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
  • AngloGold Ashanti Colombia S.A.
  • Interamerican Development Bank
  • Source South America One S de RL
  • Sociedad Portuaria Graneles del Golfo S.A.
  • Goldman Sachs & Co.
  • EPM
  • CENIT
  • Cemex Energy
  • Enerfin Grupo Elecnor
  • Terpel Energía S.A.E.S.P.
  • Transportadora de Gas Internacional S.A. E.S.P. -TGI-
  • Cepsa
  • Interconexión Eléctrica
  • Manuelita S.A.
  • Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.
  • Brinsa S.A.
  • Conocophillips
  • Cox Energy
  • Chilco Distribuidora de Gas y Energía S.A.S. E.S.P.
  • E-Lectrica
  • Canacol Energy Inc.
  • South32 Energy S.A.S. E.S.P.
  • Geopark Colombia
  • Ecopetrol
  • Termo Mechero Aguazul S.A. E.S.P.
  • Termo Mechero Morro S.A. E.S.P.
  • ALTAAQA Global
  • AES Chivor & CIA S.C.A. E.S.P.
  • Celsia S.A. E.S.P.
  • Flamingo Oil
  • Phoenix Global Resources

Industries (13)

  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Real Estate
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources - Colombia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a market-leading law firm enjoying a stellar reputation in Colombia for handling oil and gas mandates, as well as power generation issues. The Bogotá-based department is active assisting clients with a range of significant regulatory and transactional matters, counselling on the acquisition of power plants, power purchase agreements, and trade of natural gas. Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's expertise also encompasses sector-related environmental due diligence, such as internal audits, field visits and representation before competent authorities.

Work Highlights

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría assisted Sociedad Portuaria Ciénaga LNG with the development of a regasification and imported-gas commercialisation project in Colombia, including design of tender processes, negotiation of contractual arrangements and regulatory matters.

Strengths

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría’s legal services are exceptional, and the team stands out for its experience and expertise. It continually evolves to keep pace with regulatory changes in the energy industry, enabling it to provide accurate and effective advice in real time.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's strengths include comprehensive expertise in electrical and energy regulatory matters, a detailed grasp of the Colombian energy sector, and a strong commitment to engaging deeply with challenges, identifying clients’ specific requirements and actively contributing to effective solutions.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sandra Manrique
    Band 1Sandra Manrique

    Sandra Manrique

    Front-running practitioner Sandra Manrique elicits outstanding plaudits from clients and peers alike for her celebrated expertise in Colombia's energy industry.
    • Sandra Manrique is undoubtedly one of the most experienced and knowledgeable lawyers in the energy industry on regulatory matters. Her work is impeccable and enables us to progress our projects with confidence.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
    • Sandra Manrique approaches consultations from a multidimensional perspective. She offers a strong legal and strategic understanding of energy matters, combined with solid commercial vision.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
  • Up and ComingJuan Pablo Gutiérrez Zamora
    Up and ComingJuan Pablo Gutiérrez Zamora

    Juan Pablo Gutiérrez Zamora

    Up-and-coming practitioner Juan Pablo Gutiérrez Zamora continues to receive outstanding client recognition for his support in the Colombian energy and natural resources market.

    • Juan Pablo Gutiérrez Zamora is an adviser with comprehensive knowledge of regulatory matters in the oil and gas and power sectors. He combines strong industry insight beyond purely legal considerations, delivering added value through his advice.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

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