PPO Indacochea

Operating at the forefront of the mining sector, PPO Indacochea continues to lead the way in lithium projects and other innovative ventures, while also offering advice across the full spectrum of regulatory, corporate and financing matters, for a diverse list of local and multinational oil and gas companies. On the mining front, the team excels at advising foreign investors looking to enter Bolivia and provides both legal and technical advice to a stellar list of both national and international clients. 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 Ordoñez 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 with a focus on energy matters; while Carlos Pinto provides both transactional and regulatory advice across the energy, hydrocarbons and mining sectors. Younger transational partner Leonardo Azurduy is also an active member of the practice. At senior associate level, Carlos Covarrubias Paz has experience in both the hydrocarbons and mining sectors; Maria Laura Paz focuses on the oil-and-gas sector (particularly in relation to participating in public bids) and Delma Paz is an additional name to note. Associate Sebastian Alba’s regulatory expertise sees him advise on operating licenses, environmental data sheets and sanitary authorisations. Since publication, Mariana Pereira and Ana Carola Muñoz left legacy firm Indacochea & Asociados to establish their own boutique (effective as of February 2025).