Baker McKenzie S.A.S.’s environmental law group is distinguished by its activity on behalf of major domestic and multinational clients, including companies operating in the energy, natural resources, manufacturing and infrastructure industries. The team is equipped to handle a wide range of regulatory and contentious matters, but it is primarily recognised for its ability to provide due diligence support on large-scale transactions. The group is co-led by environmental law-focused senior associate Camila Jiménez and energy, mining and infrastructure head Alejandro Mesa. Senior associate Laura Torres is also noted.
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Key clients
- Puerto Arturo
- Ecopetrol
- Impala Terminals Colombia
- Empresas Públicas de Medellín
- Schlumberger Surenco
- Trafigura Environmental Solutions Sarl
- Natura Colombia
- Orica Colombia
- Netflix
- Mantos Andinos
- Cummins
- Instalaciones Negratin
Work highlights
Advised Transportadora de Gas Internacional on the environmental and regulatory aspects of its expansion project.
Advised Kimberly-Clark Global Sales on the analysis and assignment process for all environmental permits held by Colombiana Kimberly Colpapel to the newly created NewCo, as part of Suzano’s global acquisition of a 51% stake in Kimberly-Clark.
Advised Negratin Colombia on the preparation of a human rights due diligence assessment.
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Alejandro Mesa; Camila Jiménez