José Luis Gallardo

José Luis Gallardo Torres is an experienced legal professional with a strong background in corporate, tax, and commercial law. He advises domestic and international companies on corporate transactions, business restructurings, tax planning, regulatory matters, and investment projects.

His practice encompasses the structuring and negotiation of complex transactions, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, cross-border transactions, and tax disputes. He brings an integrated approach to legal, financial, and regulatory matters, advising clients across the energy, mining, industrial, technology, and construction sectors, as well as international development organizations and civil society entities.

Throughout his career, José Luis has held legal advisory roles in both the private and public sectors, including positions with Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB), Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos (YLB), and Bolivia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His experience in these institutions spans corporate, regulatory, contractual, and international trade matters.

José Luis holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Columbia Law School in New York, a Master’s degree in Corporate Finance, and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Universidad Católica Boliviana. He has also pursued specialized studies in international taxation, the rule of law, and energy industry regulation.

In addition to his legal practice, José Luis serves as a lecturer at Universidad Privada Boliviana (UPB) and has contributed to international research and publications on energy regulation, investment agreements, and state-owned enterprises. He is a member of the International Bar Association (IBA) and the International Fiscal Association (IFA).