Vouga Abogados has an experienced administrative law practice led by  Manuel Acevedo and senior associate Silvia Benítez. The team has earned a solid reputation for advising both national and international clients on complex public authority matters and for its ‘knowledge of business and the environment’. With expertise in public procurement, regulatory frameworks and administrative litigation, the practice spans highly regulated industries such as fintech, energy and telecoms. Acevedo is a seasoned attorney with a focus on complex negotiations, regulatory issues and novel projects. Benítez, an expert in administrative and civil litigation, handles tax, customs, public procurement and regulatory matters, advising major clients and participating in high-stakes public bidding processes. Also in the core team is Rodrigo Fernández, who focuses on administrative law in sectors such as oil & gas, pharma and food, and has notable in-house experience in the public sector.
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  • ‘Expertise in handling requirements, extensive legal knowledge, knowledge of business and the environment. Speed in addressing requirements.'
  • ‘Expertise in the issues delegated to them. Speed ​​in addressing requirements. Honesty.'

  • ‘Availability, resources, pragmatic approach and recommendations.'

Key clients

  • Paracel
  • CPC Corporation Taiwán
  • Centelsa
  • World Bank Group
  • Prosegur
  • Iridium Satellite
  • Nextar (Petrobas)
  • Paresa (Coca Cola)
  • Archer Daniels Midland
  • Equifa

Work highlights

Advised Paracel S.A. in obtaining Paraguay’s first-ever cogeneration license, and leading the negotiation and drafting of Paraguay's first private PPA between Paracel and ANDE, Paraguay’s utility company.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Manuel Acevedo
Rodrigo Fernández

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Silvia Benítez

Practice head

Manuel Acevedo; Silvia Benítez

Other key lawyers

Rodrigo Fernández