Energy & Natural Resources - Venezuela
What the team is known for
Leĝa Abogados houses a stellar energy team with experience across a range of corporate and regulatory mandates. The firm advises an impressive portfolio of international and domestic clients active in extraction, oilfield services and financing. The department is frequently retained to represent clients in negotiations with PDVSA and offers expertise in matters pertaining to contracts and regulatory advice.
Strengths
"Leĝa Abogados' energy and natural resources team is very professional. Their lawyers are very knowledgeable of the regulations and their applicability, and they have a good understanding of the complex regulatory environment in Venezuela."
"Their team's business vision contributes to addressing legal issues in a very professional, fast and efficient manner."
Notable practitioners
Market-leading partner Miguel Rivero Betancourt comes highly recommended by market observers for his expertise in energy mandates. He is frequently sought out to advise on oilfield services and financing, as well as negotiations with PDVSA. "Miguel Rivero Betancourt is an excellent professional who has a very good understanding of the legislation, as well as its nuances, context and its application."
José Alberto Ramírez León boasts extensive experience advising on liquidations, acquisitions and contractual matters pertaining to the oil and gas arena. "José Alberto Ramírez León has broad knowledge and skills in this area, as well as excellent professionalism."
