CMS Rodríguez-Azuero’s environmental law practice is weighted towards non-contentious work, where it demonstrates strong activity in advising on regulatory compliance and transactional support matters. The group additionally advises its broad roster of clients — which includes companies operating in the energy, natural resources, infrastructure, agriculture, and food and beverage sectors — on administrative sanctioning proceedings and environmental disputes. The team is steered by litigator Daniela Vergel, who additionally co-leads the dispute resolution, and the energy and climate change areas. Also recommended is Alex Flórez Cerchiaro, who serves as associate practice director.
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- ‘A team that is willing to collaborate, respond quickly, and offer technological tools to manage information.'
- 'Alex Flórez Cerchiaro is very diligent.’
Key clients
- <p>Aris Mining</p>
- <p>Ab InBev Bavaria</p>
- <p>Italcol</p>
- <p>Minex</p>
- <p>Pollo Andino</p>
- <p>Eternit Colombiana</p>
- <p>Corporación Punto Azul</p>
- <p>Boticario Colombia</p>
- <p>Productos Ramo</p>
- <p>Teleférico a Monserrate</p>
- <p>Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)</p>
- <p>BIA Energy</p>
- <p>IFC – Banco Mundial</p>
- <p>Environment Developers</p>
- <p>Geopark Colombia</p>
- <p>Parex Resources</p>
Work highlights
Advised the Colombian Government, in collaboration with the Global Green Growth Institute and Allcot Group, on a framework regarding Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs).
Advised Teleférico A Monserrate on the modernisation of the Monserrate Cable Car, including a review of the Environmental Management Plan.
Advised the World Bank – IFC on a road concession project connecting Chía, Mosquera, La Mesa and Girardot, including environmental compliance.
Practice head
Daniela Vergel