Pozo Gowland Abogados‘ environmental practice frequently defends large oil and gas and energy companies facing allegations of environmental and property damage. The firm delivers pre-litigation advice and advocacy in individual and collective lawsuits and administrative proceedings brought by private landowners and governmental bodies. Gustavo Campobassi, who also leads the litigation department and is well versed in handling administrative actions and claims before national and provincial authorities, leads the team alongside María Rossi, who is skilled in arbitration and advises on compliance with environmental regulatory frameworks.
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‘PGA provides advice on environmental matters with a practical approach and in-depth knowledge of the discipline. This expertise is combined with a solid grasp of procedural matters.'
‘Knowledge of environmental matters and procedural law, disciplines that, when combined, allow for the provision of high-level legal advisory services.'
Key clients
- <p>Pampa Energía</p>
- <p>Transportadora de Gas del Sur</p>
- <p>Yacylec</p>
- <p>Transba</p>
- <p>Transener</p>
- <p>Pecom Servicios Energía</p>
- <p>Pecom Servicios Medioambientales</p>
- <p>Bolland & CIA</p>
- <p>Hidroeléctrica Chocón</p>
- <p>Central Costanera</p>
- <p>YPF</p>
- <p>Transportadora de Energía</p>
Work highlights
Defended YPF in multiple proceedings in the province of Neuquén initiated by the authority, related to alleged non-compliance with orders to remove hazardous waste.
Representing a company in one of the most significant environmental cases in Argentina's history relating to the contamination of the Cuenca Matanza – Riachuelo basin.
Representing a company in an action seeking compensation for collective environmental damages caused by hydrocarbon activities in the Neuquén Hydrocarbon Basin.
Practice head
Gustavo Campobassi; María Rossi