Operating at the forefront of the mining sector, PPO Abogados continues to lead the way in lithium projects and other innovative ventures. The team excels in advising foreign investors looking to enter the Bolivian mining industry and provides both legal and technical advice to a stellar list of both national and international clients in the sector. The firm has a strong background in advising state-owned companies, as well as private clients on interactions with the Bolivian government, handling concession, operation and mining production agreements related to sensitive or controlled areas. Hydrocarbons expert Pablo Ordóñez co-heads the mining practice alongside Mattias Garrón, who advises local and foreign companies on the development of mining projects and any related regulatory matters. Diego Böhrt is a regulatory specialist and focuses his practice on energy matters. With a diverse roster of multinational clients, Carlos Pinto provides both transactional and regulatory advice across the energy, hydrocarbons and mining sectors. At the senior associate level, Carlos Covarrubias Paz brings further experience in the hydrocarbons and mining sectors to the team, and Delma Paz is another name to note.
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Testimonials
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‘PPO Abogados stands out and is unique for its professionalism, contacts at the highest level, and top academic partners. Throughout Bolivia they are unique for standing out internationally among other areas in the mining sector.'
‘Mattias Garron stands out for his high professional level and knowledge of mining issues, international relations, and command of the English language. PPO and Mattias Garron stand out for their international relations and good commercial practices with foreign companies and investment.'
‘Mattias Garron, his knowledge and support in strategic decisions in the sector.'
‘Excellent service at a very reasonable price. At all times we have all the necessary resources from PPO to complete our procedures in a timely manner.'
Key clients
- EAU Lithium
- IMX Scrap Services
- TinCorp Metals
- Compañía Minera Gondwanaland Sociedad Anónima
- South American Metals
- Bulmint
- Minera Golden Hill
Work highlights
Advising EAU Lithium on all aspects related to its first steps in the Bolivian natural resources industry.
Advising PHB on all aspects of the development of the Pacha Kanchay Project, which involves the construction of a green ammonia plant in the Department of Oruro, Bolivia, to produce and export hydrogen and green ammonia.
Advising NPM on all legal matters relating to the three mining projects the client is developing in Bolivia through its subsidiaries, including negotiations with the Bolivian Ministry of Mining, COMIBOL, and the STX group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Mattías Garrón; Pablo Ordoñez; Carlos Pinto