Wayar & Von Borries Abogados S.C. has a team of ‘highly renowned lawyers in the energy field’ and advises on projects at the forefront of the sector, such as lithium and hydrocarbons matters, often in tandem with the State. The practice advises key players within the sector. Iver von Borries, based in Santa Cruz, leads the hydrocarbons and energy team, with experience in both national and international transactions, as well as in arbitrations within the sector. Bernardo Wayar Ocampo co-heads the natural resources team from La Paz and is sought after by foreign investors looking to enter the mining and energy space. His sector-specific expertise also sees him regularly handle mining disputes. Bernardo Wayar Caballero advises a stellar client base, which includes multinational corporations. Mauricio Dávila brings in-depth expertise of mining law, while Javier Romero Mendizábal, as head of the public contracting practice, focuses his practice on energy, oil and gas, and mining contracts. Senior associate Andrés Ríos focuses on labour matters within the energy and natural resources sector.
Testimonials
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‘Wayar and von Borries have been our main lawyers for a few years. Using their services has been an excellent choice. They have a team full of experts, but they see the business from a 360 perspective. This makes them fit the needs of our company and we can meet our objectives with their guidance in legal matters.'
- 'For projects of the magnitude that we carry out in Bolivia, we require the best professionals. They have proven themselves. The cost of their services is very reasonable and they work with very high quality standards. They are focused on using new technologies for the benefit of the client. All members of Wayar von Borries are very professional.’
Work highlights
- Assisting China Water & Electric Company to negotiate an agreement for the building of a $1.5bn 600MW hydroelectric plant in Bolivia with ENDE Corporation, including preparation of the project finance documentation.
- Advised New Pacific Metals on water resources management for the company's Silver Sand project, valued at over $720m.