Baker McKenzie S.A.S.’s extensive global network is reflected in its environmental law practice and the team enjoys close relationships with multinational clients, including Schlumberger and Cummins — the group also maintains close links with major domestic names such as Ecopetrol. Arguably best known for its experience in regulatory compliance, corporate support and advisory work, the practice also houses significant contentious experience and routinely represents companies in environmental sanctioning procedures. Senior associate Camila Jiménez heads the practice and is equipped to advise on the full scope of environmental advisory and litigation work. Also noted are energy partner Alejandro Mesa and associate Laura Torres, who focuses on energy, infrastructure and public law.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Camila Jiménez is very specialised, is always up-to-date, is very precise and serious.’

  • ‘They have a young team, which is building experience.’

  • ‘Alejandro Mesa (partner) is a practical lawyer who understands our company's needs very well. Camila Jiménez (associate) has great responsiveness and is always attentive to the client’s needs.’

Key clients

  • Puerto Arturo
  • Ecopetrol
  • Impala Terminals Colombia
  • Empresas Públicas de Medellín
  • Schlumberger Surenco
  • Trafigura Environmental Solutions
  • Natura Colombia
  • Netflix
  • Mantos Andinos
  • Cummins
  • Hatoverde

Work highlights

  • Advised Cummins on a legal matrix associated with environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency.
  • Advised Puerto Arturo on a legal audit with the purpose of identifying potential contingencies associated with the existing mining titles and operations located in Boyaca.
  • Advised Natura Cosméticos on a large project aimed at acquiring Colombian natural resources, particularly copoazu, for use in producing cosmetics products.

Lawyers

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

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alejandro Mesa, Camila Jiménez