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Our Firm is one of the most experienced in this field in Colombia. We have been serving companies in the oil sector for more than 50 years, helping forge the industry and the development of all major projects in this area, including the Caño Limón/Cravo Norte and Cusiana/Cupiagua oil fields in the eighties and nineties, respectively.

Our advice covers oil and gas regulatory matters, as well as the legal aspects of our clients’ relationship with Ecopetrol (the Colombian national oil company) and other partners for the exploration and production of hydrocarbons. We can assist clients in the discussion, preparation and review of documentation sale of oil and gas — for the provision of oil and gas related services, and the construction of civil works. We also advise on various gas and oil pipeline projects and their financing, as well as related environmental, labor, tax and customs issues.

German lawyers on the Global Public Procurement Handbook 2012 The knowledge about local procurement laws is essential, for public agencies, as well as for private companies. In collaboration with the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), our Global Public Procurement Handbook was published to help parties on both sides of the process, develop strategies that will lead to better results.		The green alternative: Use of aviation biofuels on the rise Despite concerns over the cost of compliance, the European Union’s Emission Trading Scheme has given the aviation industry incentive to adopt biofuels as a means of significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Our partner Mona Dajani examines key issues and strategic investment opportunities in this Infrastructure Journal article.		Opportunities in Germany’s changing energy landscape The phase out of nuclear plants, integration between conventional and renewable power sources, and upgrade of existing infrastructure are just some of the ambitious plans for Germany’s long-term energy security. We summarize the advantages and incentives open to energy investors.
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