Dentons remains a key player in Venezuela’s energy legal market, with particular strength in oil and gas mandates. The firm regularly assists major international clients with project structuring and restructuring, regulatory frameworks, and the legal aspects of divestments. Its work is often shaped by the evolving landscape of foreign sanctions, an area in which the team has developed notable expertise. Sergio Casinelli advises on cross-border energy transactions and regulatory issues, particularly in the oil, gas and mining industries, including projects involving strategic minerals. Natalija Vojvodic frequently guides clients through the formation of new joint ventures in the oil sector, while Daniela Jaimes handles regulatory mandates for companies across the hydrocarbons value chain. Banking and finance specialist Rubén Eduardo Luján and public law expert Luis Ernesto Andueza also contribute to the firm’s comprehensive offering.
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Key clients

  • Mitsubishi
  • Compañía General de Combustibles, S.A.
  • OMV
  • Pluspetrol
  • New Stratus Energy
  • LNG Energy Group Corp.
  • Venezolana de Proyectos Integrados Vepica, C.A. (VEPICA)

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Sergio Casinelli
Daniela Jaimes
Natalija Vojvodic

Practice head

Natalija Vojvodic; Daniela Jaimes; Sergio Casinelli

Other key lawyers

Rubén Eduardo Luján; Luis Ernesto Andueza