Founded in 1994, FRANCO ABOGADOS | Consultores Ambientales is the largest Argentine law firm that concentrates its practice in Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation. Its client base encompasses local, multinational and global companies with plants and utilities in Argentina and the Latin American (LATAM) region. FRANCO ABOGADOS is "Band 1 Firm", and a "highly rated boutique practice recognised for its distinguished track record advising prominent companies on environmental compliance and regulatory law. Strong expertise representing clients in administrative proceedings and litigation. Additionally offers capabilities handling environmental and health and safety audits, due diligence and permits." (CHAMBERS & PARTNERS 2016 / 2017). The firm offers comprehensive environmental legal services in virtually all areas of Environmental Law, through a platform that also includes technical services. Our client base encompasses virtually every industry sector. We work with many of the world´s finest companies engaged in the manufacture, oil & gas, foodstuffs, chemical, petrochemical, mining, timber and energy industries. Our firm assists them in: • Optimizing their compliance with the applicable legislation. • Preventing the company’s and officers´ exposure to civil, criminal and administrative liability. • Defending their rights before the Judiciary and Administrative Courts. Foreign clients rely on our advice regarding the environmental aspects of doing business in Argentina. The firm has built a reputation for its tailored services and effective advocacy. Throughout the years, we have rendered advice as to the environmental implications of many of the most important investment projects carried out in the country. We proudly serve as counsel to many major national and multinational companies operating in Argentina.