With a prominent environmental litigation practice, BKM | Berkemeyer regularly represents clients at both the administrative and criminal levels. Environmental compliance is another focal point for the team and its regulatory advice on the energy sector spans electricity, hydrocarbons and renewables. It also excels at guiding companies with operations in Paraguay through liaisons with local communities. The group’s expertise in the sector also sees it advise on matters involving biofuels and hydrogen production. Particularly active in the agribusiness sector, the team boasts specialised knowledge in areas such as the sale and transportation of agricultural chemicals and the development of animal feed and fertiliser. The practice also demonstrates prowess in niche areas, such as projects involving GMO products. Yolanda Pereira leads the team; a significant part of her practice focuses on environmental liability, advising clients on regulatory matters, licensing and permitting related to environmental, natural resources and energy projects, including oilfield concessions. Hugo T. Berkemeyer and Carla Sosa also play leading roles in the team.

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  • 'BKM stands out for its cordial relationship, precise attention and desire to collaborate in obtaining excellent service.’
  • ‘Yolanda Pereira is dedicated, very focused on achieving the proposed objective of the consultancy, and a person of unique warmth.’

Key clients

  • ECB Group
  • Coca-Cola
  • Polygon
  • Dow AgroSciences Paraguay
  • Azar Internacional
  • TFG 616 SA Land
  • Dentons | Rattagan Macchiavello Arocena
  • SOE Rutas del Este
  • Syngenta Paraguay
  • Puma
  • Silvipar

Work highlights

  • Advising ECB on its investment in Paraguay aimed at installing an industrial plant for the production of biodiesel.
  • Advising Coca-Cola on an ongoing basis on environmental matters and issues related to the impact of its activities on local communities.
  • Providing Puma Energy Paraguay with legal advice and regulatory support on environment, health and safety, and product quality matters.

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Yolanda Pereira