Baker McKenzie S.A.S.
The ‘very diligent and proactive’ team at Baker McKenzie S.A.S. stands out for its ability to plug into the wider international firm’s 250-lawyer-strong global environmental practice. The team’s international capability is reflected in its diverse client roster, which features major multinational corporations, such as Schlumberger and Engie, alongside high-profile domestic names, such as Ecopetrol and the National Mining Agency. Senior associate Camila Jiménez is the leader of the environmental sub-practice, which sits within the larger energy, mining, and infrastructure department. The group also draws on energy specialist Alejandro Mesa and associate Laura Torres, who focuses on energy and environmental law.
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‘The environmental area has extensive knowledge in its field, supports the company's internal team in a timely manner, and provides adequate support.’
‘We highlight Camila Jiménez for her good attitude, disposition and knowledge, which combine to make this practice strong in environmental law services.’
‘A diverse and competent team, which has the capacity to provide a timely response to our different matters. Lawyers are characterised by their kindness and tact in times of stress and when things get difficult within our team, due to the sensitivity of the topics covered.’
‘The team is very diligent and proactive, punctual in meetings and compliant with the dates for sending information. In addition, it has been fully competent in all the issues worked up to now.’
Key clients
- Engie Colombia
- Ecopetrol
- Impala Terminals Colombia
- Empresas Públicas de Medellín
- Schlumberger Surenco
- Trafigura Environmental Solutions
- Natura Colombia
- National Mining Agency
- Netflix
- Mantos Andinos
- Clarios Andina
- Humax Pharmaceutical
- Minería Texas Colombia
Work highlights
- Advised FMC Technologies on obtaining the applicable permits granted by DIMAR, in order to be able to provide maritime services to an offshore project to be undertaken by Shell and Ecopetrol.
- Advised the National Mining Agency on the tender process for awarding contracts for Colombia's strategic mining areas.
- Advised Schlumberger Surenco on the environmental licence granted to Ecopetrol to conduct fracking pilot projects, under which Schlumberger would provide oil services.
Lawyers
Rising stars
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alejandro Mesa, Camila Jiménez