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Guzmán & Cia
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Since 1996, Guzmán & Cía. has evolved into a leading boutique firm specializing in strategic litigation, particularly in Water Law - with a high expertise in sanitation company legislation - Administrative Law, Natural Resources, and Corporate Law.
Guzmán & Cía. provides excellent legal counsel and service through personalized attention and meticulous dedication to entrusted matters. Consequently, the firm has become a reference and a valuable asset in the development and implementation of our clients' businesses, creating innovative and effective strategies that evaluate opportunities, manage risks, and tackle challenges with exceptional technical and legal expertise.
WATER LAW
Our practice encompasses all aspects related to water legislation and regulations. We represent clients before administrative and judicial authorities in project development, infrastructure works, litigation, contracts, and transactions related to this resource. We handle a wide range of procedures, from transfers or changes in extraction points to complex issues of inspections and penalties. Additionally, we advise clients on developing strategies and managing their water rights to meet new requirements applicable to holders, including monitoring actual extractions, public water registries, and issues related to registered possession.
SANITARY LAW
We advise clients on all matters related to drinking water, sewage, sanitation companies, and the various negotiations and conflicts that arise with sanitation service companies and authorities such as the Superintendence of Sanitary Services and the General Comptroller of the Republic.
STRATEGIC LITIGATION
Our practice is distinguished by developing innovative solutions for complex litigation in highly specialized areas, leading to the constant generation of new case law.
CORPORATE LAW
Our advisory aims to facilitate our clients' business operations through corporate organization and reorganization, asset purchases and sales, liquidation of operations, and in general, all legal aspects required for their commercial operations.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENERGY LAW
We provide counsel across all aspects of environmental law, addressing sanctioning procedures for alleged violations of substantive or procedural norms and engaging in energy projects overall. Additionally, we offer guidance on the development of hydroelectric projects and related contracts.
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
We offer comprehensive advisory services to our clients in their interactions with various State bodies, whether autonomous, centralized, or decentralized, including the General Comptroller of the Republic, the Environmental Superintendence, the General Water Directorate, the Hydraulic Works Directorate, the Superintendence of Sanitary Services, and the Treasury General of the Republic.