The energy industry is one of the most important economic sectors in Bolivia, and it has seen profound shifts during the last 50 years.  During this time, our team of lawyers has played an active role in the domestic energy market, having participated as advisors to the public entities in charge of all facets of energy exploration and exploitation during the state-owned era, as well as advisors to the private companies who engaged in limited partnerships with these public entities; being part of the drafting committee for the new electricity and hydrocarbons law when the government decided to privatize all operations; preparing the bidding documents and criteria and later serving as advisor to proponents during this privatization efforts; advising new energy operators in their daily operations as well as in the financing of new projects de expand capacity; advising these same private players when the state reversed the privatization measures, including negotiation with the government, arbitrations and dismantling the operation and all of its implications (labor and employment issues, tax issues, security issues, etc).

The breadth of our capabilities and experience will help you meet any challenge in this complex environment. Our team of lawyers are deeply familiar with:

• Energy market reform
• Conventional generation
• Transmission and distribution
• Retail electricity and natural gas supply
• Pipeline and maritime transportation
• Exploration and Exploitation Agreements
• Government procurement in electricity and oil and gas
• Real Estate matters
• Mergers and acquisitions of energy companies and assets
• Infrastructure, including construction, project financing, permits, compliance, etc
• Asset acquisitions
• Energy operations
• Litigation and dispute resolution

Our lawyers have garnered an outstanding reputation amongst energy clients working in various sectors, including power, water, oil and gas, and renewables. Our work on a wide range of projects and facilities, including some of the largest and most significant petrochemicals and refinery projects, as well as hydroelectric and thermal electrical projects, makes us the perfect advisors to help you achieve your business goals regardless of where on the energy value chain you operate, and where in the world you want to invest.

Recognition

Dentons improves its ranking in the elite top 10 arbitration firms

April 11, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has ranked once again among the elite international arbitration practices worldwide, achieving an eighth place ranking in Global Arbitration Review’s GAR30 list for 2025.

Dentons achieves 157 rankings in Chambers Latin America 2025

August 23, 2024

Independent legal publisher Chambers and Partners continues to recognize Dentons lawyers as market leaders throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

Dentons recognized as one of the world’s top 10 arbitration firms

March 25, 2024

Dentons, the world's largest global law firm, has ascended into the top 10 of the Global Arbitration Review's GAR30 ranking of international arbitration law firms globally for 2024.

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Insights

Free Importation and Marketing of Fuels

November 21, 2024

Bolivia: Bolivia is currently facing a widespread fuel shortage (i.e., diesel and gasoline) that has led to long lines at gas stations, and consequently, the entire production chain of goods and services has been affected. In fact, just a few days ago, public services in the city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra were reduced to 40% due to the lack of fuel.

Delivering natural gas, from Argentina to Brazil, through Bolivian pipelines

September 4, 2024

Perú: A few days ago, the government enacted Supreme Decree No. 5206, allowing our national oil company (i.e. Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales Bolivianos - YPFB) to supply international transport and delivery services to foreign entities wishing to carry natural gas through Bolivian pipelines.

Bill for the Development of Green Hydrogen in Bolivia

June 26, 2024

Bolivia: many countries have decided to establish a legal framework for the commercialization and production of green hydrogen. Following this trend, on June 5, the Legislative Assembly of Bolivia received Bill No. 170-23, for the Promotion and Development of the Green Hydrogen Industry.

News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons improves its ranking in the elite top 10 arbitration firms

April 11, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has ranked once again among the elite international arbitration practices worldwide, achieving an eighth place ranking in Global Arbitration Review’s GAR30 list for 2025.

Dentons advises Helmerich & Payne on acquisition of KCA Deutag

February 18, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised NYSE-listed drilling rig manufacturer Helmerich & Payne on the employment and corporate aspects of the US$1.97 billion acquisition of UK-headquartered KCA Deutag International Limited. 

Dentons achieves 157 rankings in Chambers Latin America 2025

August 23, 2024

Independent legal publisher Chambers and Partners continues to recognize Dentons lawyers as market leaders throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

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