Issue 11 2019

Acquisition International - Issue 11 2019 35 Sep19573 Best Energy Services Law Firm 2019 - South America It is no secret that the world’s attitude towards the energy sector has shifted greatly in recent years, with greater focus on areas such as electricity rather than oil and gas. Founded in 2016, Angulo Martinez & Abogados is the only electricity-focused energy services law firm in Colombia. Now several years old, discover how it isn’t just the pioneer there, but why we find it the best energy services law firm across all of South America for 2019. or companies looking to capitalise on the renewable energy market, and in particular the benefits of the electricity energy services market, having a trusted legal advisory firm is incredibly important. Enter Angulo Martinez, the finest electricity- focused energy services law firm in the entirety of South America. Why Angulo Martínez? They are the only ones who can praise about having advised successfully 83% of the awarded projects at the recent renewable auction in Colombia. Their work included the achievement of historical milestones such as the obtention of the first two environmental licenses ever granted for large wind projects and 900 MW grid access in the most complex area of the country. With specialised industry intelligence at its back, Angulo Martinez renders legal services that have been adapted especially for the energy market. From conventional energy to non-hydro renewables, the firm is proficient and knowledgeable in all activities and stages of the electric sector, focused on regulatory, contractual, environmental, taxes, project structuring, development, and M&A advice. For the team at Angulo Martinez, driving their business strategy forward takes two distinct forms. Firstly, the firm’s highly specialised knowledge stands them out as true experts in the electricity market where others may have a less comprehensive knowledge of it all. Having devoted thousands of hours to the in-depth focus of the electricity market framework, the firm has developed its own specific legal standpoint from which it works, rather than just approaching the market from only one or two regulations. Secondly, the firm’s performance is results-oriented, focused on getting the best possible results for its clientele. Whilst no firm can completely guarantee that they will get results, clients know that the team at Angulo Martinez will always have their milestones and end goal in mind when working around the clock to build watertight cases and ensure that they are getting the best legal advice. As part of that commitment to ensuring their clients’ success, the team at Angulo Martinez consistently make strong efforts in maintaining personalised and high-quality services, at the centre of which is a deep understanding of client needs and how best to achieve them. As a specialised law firm, the team can adapt to their client rather than the client having to fit into a traditional legal firm format. More than ten years ago, before he founded Angulo Martinez, partner Juan Jose Angulo took a chance on betting that electricity would become a new segment within Colombian law firms and their services. Where others were focused on oil and mining capabilities, Juan looked for a brand new market in legal services. Then, in 2016, F he decided to go all-in and bet all his chips on creating a full law firm that was dedicated to only electricity. The results have been astonishing for the firm, who have supported the Colombian energy transition from its beginning, through aiding legal clients, helping adjust the legal frameworks, and developing new mechanisms. Through helping their clients and having a pivotal role in shaping energy-focused legislation, the firm have achieved results in energy developments that no other business can claim to even having come close to. Looking to the near future, Angulo Martinez are focused on increasing the scope of their services to include all-in-one legal, financial, engineering, and environmental services. After the renewable auction, the market will be looking for an investment of about 1500musd to construct the awarded projects. The Finance and Banking area of Angulo Martinez is ready to render both legal and financial services for credit institutions and funds interested in banking energy projects. The firm celebrates its hard-earned success by continuing to help to shape the Colombian energy landscape in the service of all its clients. “We truly hope that current changes will impact the industry for years to come in positively electrifying ways,” says founder partner Juan Jose Angulo. Company: Angulo Martinez & Abogados Contact: Juan Jose Angulo M. Email: [email protected] Website: www.angulomartinez.com Whatsapp: +573165025235