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Firms To Watch: TMT (Technology, media and telecoms)

The TMC team at CMS Grau is experienced in advising clients on regulatory matters, and recently welcomed Juan José Hopkins to the team.
Stucchi, Bezada, Rodas & Pelaez Abogados is particularly adept at assisting clients in data processing and protection matters; the up-and-coming team was established in April 2023 and is jointly headed by Pierino Stucchi, José Antonio Bezada and Carlos Rodas.

TMT (Technology, media and telecoms) in Peru

Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International

The TMT team at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International is headed by Teresa Tovar, who draws on over 20 years of experience in telecoms, media, e-commerce and privacy, and is also part of the firm’s cybersecurity group. The team is particularly adept at handling data privacy issues, with recent work including assisting clients in sanction issues involving the National Data Protection Authority. Other strengths within the team include advising companies on regulatory issues in the telecoms field, for which senior associate Eileen Infantas is a key contact, and Crosbby Buleje Diaz‘s previous in-house telecoms experience. The team assists large national and international clients in both domestic and cross-border work, utilising the firm’s expansive international network.

Practice head(s):

Teresa Tovar


Testimonials

‘The team is a benchmark in the area of personal data protection in the legal market. Its team of lawyers stands out for having exceptional skills and extensive experience in this field, which allows them to provide highly specialised and high-quality legal advice. Among the most outstanding strengths and skills of the team are: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, ability to solve problems, sense of urgency, client-focused service.’

‘Crosbby Buleje is very knowledgeable of the laws and regulations related to personal data protection. His broad experience enhances his good advice.’

‘They have a large staff of lawyers specialised in different branches of law, which allows them to provide advice on different industries and cases that often intertwine several issues in one. This firm stands out for its great experience, knowledge and is favorably comparable to other large firms.’

Key clients

Telefónica del Perú


TI Sparkle Peru


Línea Amarilla


Hunt Oil Company of Peru LLC Sucursal del Peru


Accenture


Herbalife Perú


Indra Perú


AP Wireless


Grupo Ajeper


Autopista del Norte


Panegaco


Derco Perú


Honeywell


Merck Peruana


AFP Habitat


Work highlights


  • Provided Telefónica del Peru with ongoing advice on complex regulatory and compliance issues, and on the implementation of an internal compliance programme on consumer protection and advertising regulation.
  • Advised various clients including Intcomex Perú and Corporación Aceros Arequipa on the implementation of the obligations imposed by Law No. 29733 (Personal Data Protection) and the commercial impact.
  • Advised on a project Telxius Peru is undertaking jointly with another major telecoms company for the installation of a new-generation submarine cable infrastructure.

Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados

Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados‘ TMT team is commended by clients for its ‘excellent attention and professionalism‘. The practice is experienced in assisting clients in arbitration proceedings and litigation, as well as in the design of strategies for procedures before OSTIPEL and the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The practice is adept at advising clients on a broad range of matters, covering sanctioning procedures, consumer regulations, price adjustment procedures and network access, among other areas. Practice co-head Gerardo Soto brings experience as former lead counsel of OSTIPEL, while co-head Carlos A. Patrón leverages previous experience at INDECOPI. David Kuroiwa, who was promoted to partner in December 2022, is experienced in issues involving competition and TMT, and associates Giancarlo Baella, Carlos Baldeón and Ana Lucía Figueroa also provide support to the TMT practice.

Practice head(s):

Gerardo Soto; Carlos A. Patrón


Testimonials

‘Excellent attention and professionalism, investigation of regulations and applicable doctrine and recommendations tailored to the business and practical consultation. Very thorough review of the texts. I blindly trust their returns, which are also always on time and in the right form.’

‘Ana Lucia Figueroa Dongo: of all the lawyers I work with from different firms and countries, she is the lawyer I recommend the most.’

Key clients

América Móvil Perú


Compañía Latinoamericana de Radiodifusión


Enfoca Sociedad Administradora de Fondos de Inversión


CRP Medios y Entretenimientos


Gilat Networks Perú


Speedcast


Internexa Perú


Turris Telecom de Perú


Compañía Food Retail


Intercorp Management


San Miguel Industrias Pet


Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus y Johnston


Ford del Perú


Corporación Peruana de Restaurantes


Openpay Perú


Tiendas Peruanas


Work highlights


  • Advised America Móvil Perú on all relevant administrative procedures before local authorities, including the Ministry of Telecommunications and OSIPTEL.
  • Advised Speedcast Perú in several consultations related to its daily operations, which include consumer protection issues, contractual relationships with clients, and other matters.
  • Advised Gilat Networks Peru on the implementation of regional projects of Broadband Installation for Integral Connectivity and Social Development in Apurimac, Ayacucho and Huancavelica.

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados

Counsel María Del Rosario Quiroga and Verónica Sattler jointly lead the TMT practice at Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados, which acts for clients such as Telefónica del Perú and Compañía Peruana de Radiodifusión. The team also benefits from the input of a pool of talented associates, including Andrea Morelli, Luis Fernando Roca and Diego Morales. Morelli is adept at advising telecoms and digital markets companies on antitrust cases and merger control; Roca is experienced in procedures such as establishing interconnection charges and dispute resolution procedures in the telecoms industry; and Morales is a key contact for project development in TMT. Senior associate Margarett Mattos joined the team in January 2022.

Practice head(s):

Verónica Sattler; María del Rosario Quiroga


Key clients

Entel Perú


Americatel Perú


Telefónica Global Solutions


Telefónica del Perú


Lazus Perú (Liberty Global)


Compañía Peruana de Radiodifusión


Internexa Perú


Luz del Sur


Shahuindo – Pan American Silver


Sociedad Minera Corona – Sierra Metals


Iridium Satellite


Ceragon Networks


Tesacom Perú


Salesforce.com


Miranda & Amado

The telecoms and data protection team at Miranda & Amado is jointly headed by Enrique Felices, who specialises in data privacy, and Willy Pedreschi, who is particularly adept at regulatory and administrative matters. The team is experienced in regional, national and international telecoms issues, where it is a popular choice among major companies. In terms of sector coverage, its experience goes beyond telecoms to also include financial services, agroindustry and retail, among other industries. Associates Fabiana Vittoria, Raicza Arrunátegui and Álvaro Gastañadui provide assistance in matters such as determining the legal strategies for challenging OSIPTEL and FITEL, assisting clients with evaluating new technology solutions, and the application of Peruvian telecoms regulations.

Practice head(s):

Enrique Felices; Willy Pedreschi


Testimonials

‘The plus is the 24/7 availability. We have occasions where cases happen to us at any time and where we need the assistance of lawyers.’

‘They are a very professional and serious firm. They have specialists in the area of telecommunications regulation, which helps us establish coherent and successful strategies in response to the requirements of regulatory entities.’

‘Specialisation is very important. The firm’s lawyers have proven to know the sector efficiently. It is worth noting the work of Fabiana Vittoria, for her speed in the management of cases, as well as her knowledge in the regulation of the telecommunications sector.’

‘They are lawyers with immediate availability and agile and timely communication channels, they are highly qualified professionals who give depth to their criteria.’

Key clients

Grupo Primax


Grupo Silvestre


Ufinet Perú


Citibank


Cirion Technologies


Media Networks Latin América


Talma


Redes Andinas


Telefónica del Perú


Eternit


Work highlights


  • Advised Ufinet on correct procedures taken to install telecoms passive infrastructure.
  • Advised Telefónica Group, including its related companies, on complex regulatory matters, involving crossover with competition, litigation and tax law issues (regarding the payments of regulatory fees).
  • Advised Primax on matching its internal processes with legal obligations in place in connection with personal data protection requirements.

Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados

The team at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados combines its expertise in telecoms, regulation and competition law with its experience advising clients in fields such as satellite technology, fibre optic technology, radio and television. The practice, jointly led by Jorge Muniz, Pierino Stucchi and José Antonio Bezada, has particular experience in data protection issues, with recent work including advice relating to personal data flows between Peru and companies based in the European Union, as well as advice on clients’ legal documents from a personal data protection perspective. Associates Camila Mallqui, Alexander Flores and Carlos Rodas are also key contacts in the team.

Practice head(s):

Jorge Muñiz; Pierino Stucchi; Jose Antonio Bezada


Key clients

Sutton Bank


Sencinet


Axess Peru


Davis Wright Tremaine LLP


Nishimura & Asahi Law Firm


Wi-Net Telecom


Globalsat Perú


Gilat To Home Peru


Fiberline Perú


British Telecom


Optica Los Andes


Bayer


Sony Perú


B. Braun Medical Peru


Macmillan Publishers


Experian


Cia Industrial Continental


Klohn Crippen Berger


Honda Del Peru


Nissan Peru


Arauco Malls Peru


Work highlights


  • Advised Cable Video Peru on a sanctioning procedure initiated by OSIPTEL for an alleged breach of the rules of unfair competition in the telecoms sector.
  • Advised Japanese law firm Nishimura & Asahi on data protection policies within the framework of a collaboration programme with the Personal Information Protection Commission (PPC) of Japan.
  • Advised Gilat to Home Peru to achieve the correct installation of infrastructure for the provision of public telecoms services (telephony and fixed broadband internet).

Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas

The venture capital and technology team at Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas is led by Alexandra Orbezo, who focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions. The team’s recent work in telecoms includes assisting Hispasat with due diligence, restructuring, negotiating and closing the acquisition of telecoms assets. Associates Stefano Amprimo and Alejandro Díaz-Valdez are also key contacts in the practice, and are experienced in advising national and international companies in the technology industry on corporate, contractual and financial matters.

Practice head(s):

Alexandra Orbezo


Key clients

Facebook


Krealo


BREIN


Ibibo Group


Chazki Holdings


Mesa 247


Space AG


Pay Retailers


Hispasat


SumUp


Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners


Juntoz


Transfero Swiss


Betterfly


TALA


Sabbi


Work highlights


  • Advised Chazki Holdings on the structuring, negotiation and closing of its $7m Series A Round, with the participation of the Falabella Group and Talipot Holdings.
  • Advised Hispasat on the acquisition of Media Networks Latin America’s telecoms assets in the satellite TV business.
  • Advised SIP on its $2.7bn acquisition of Lumen Technologies’ Latin American operations and the clearance of the transaction before antitrust officials.

Baxel Consultores

Baxel Consultores‘ regulatory practice group is co-led by Christian Chávez Verastegui, who is highly experienced in competition law and arbitration involving regulatory matters, and Carlos Rojas Klauer, whose practice focuses on competition, consumer protection, commercial advertising and administrative law. The team is adept at assisting clients in sanctioning proceedings before the Peruvian Privacy and Data Protection Authority, compliance with privacy and data security regulations, and providing training and workshops. Alonso Salazar Zimmermann is another key contact for this area.

Practice head(s):

Christian Chávez Verástegui; Carlos Rojas Klauer


Testimonials

‘It is a recognised firm in the Peruvian market, which has clear concepts and criteria from the knowledge of the norm/regulation and government entities.’

‘The personalised attention and knowledge of the industry and sector.’

Key clients

Telefónica del Perú


Mastercard


Philip Morris


Toyota del Perú


Banco de Crédito del Perú


Alicorp


Pacífico Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros


Mibanco


Grupo Pana


Work highlights


  • Advised Telefónica del Perú on privacy and data security regulation, as well as on sanctioning proceedings before the Peruvian Privacy and Data Protection Authority.
  • Advised Mastercard on privacy and data security regulations on the launch of new products and services.
  • Advised Banco de Crédito del Perú on complex data protection matters, compliance, development of new products and services, and data protection matters in connection with the financial regulation and consumer protection regulation.

Bullard Falla Ezcurra Abogados

The regulatory and competition team at boutique firm Bullard Falla Ezcurra Abogados brings an economic approach to TMT matters, using an in-house economic team in conjunction with legal professionals. Alejandro Falla, who has previous experience at INDECOPI and OSINERGMIN, is experienced in antitrust, regulation and administrative law. Eduardo Quintana is experienced in assisting clients operating in the energy, telecoms and transport infrastructure sectors on regulatory issues, while Lucía Villarán advises clients on antitrust matters as well as on administrative proceedings before the Peruvian Antitrust Authority. Andrea Cadenas, who was promoted to partner in January 2022, is experienced in proceedings before public agencies such as INDECOPI, OSITRAN and OSIPTEL.

Practice head(s):

Alejandro Falla; Eduardo Quintana; Lucía Villarán; Andrea Cadenas


Testimonials

‘Bullard’s practice is distinguished by the extensive knowledge of the industry and specialisation seen in the members of the legal team. The members of the team are always a reference in this matter and in most cases have innovative proposals, even when there is a regulatory gap. Additionally, we can highlight the collaboration of this team with other teams to solve queries and cases in a multidisciplinary way.’

‘The closeness of the lawyers to the client is admirable, they are always ready and available for the client’s last minute needs.’

‘Out of all the positive characteristics of the team members, they stand out for their specialisation and extensive knowledge of the industry. The work of Eduardo Quintana and Lucía Villaran is remarkable.’

Diez Canseco Abogados

The telecoms and data privacy team at boutique firm Diez Canseco Abogados is jointly headed by founding partner Luis Diez Canseco, José Gonzáles Cucho and Omar Alvarado. The team possesses strong experience as a domestic advisory practice, and advises household name companies. The team has been particularly active in advising clients on the new personal data protection law and assisting with implementation. Associate Axel Ruiz is another key contact and has previous experience working at INDECOPI.

Practice head(s):

Luis Diez Canseco; José Gonzales; Omar Alvarado


Testimonials

‘Diez Canseco is extremely responsive and takes its time to understand their client’s needs. One of their biggest strengths is the closeness they have with their clients and their good disposition towards helping them. Their greatest strength is that they never leave their clients alone. I have never worked with lawyers as willing to answer my questions.

The Diez Canseco Abogados team works very well as a team since everyone is aware of the process or procedure they are advising; likewise, they correctly handle the various office automation applications that allow better management for communication and facilitating the service through technology. Something that makes the firm unique is its speed in responding to any query or requirement from clients.

The understanding of the business and the constant update on the recent pronouncements of the authority. They have adequate response times and are always willing to meet or attend to urgent needs that arise. They are very rigorous in filling in hours and are characterised by the fact that there is always a partner involved in attending to our queries, demonstrating a deep understanding of the regulations and of the business.’

Key clients

ALICORP


Laboratorios Siegfried


Directv


Huawei del Perú


Grupo Auna


Tale Inmobliaria


A W Faber Castell Peruana


Toyota de Perú


3clics


Adidas


Work highlights


  • Advised ALICORP on the implementation of a data privacy compliance programme dedicated to its exclusive distributors.
  • Advised HUAWEI on compliance with Peruvian personal data protection regulations in connection with its business strategies.
  • Advised SIEGFRIED on compliance with the Data Privacy Law during the processing of sensitive information.

Hernández & Cía

The TMT team at Hernández & Cía is highlighted for its 'specialised attention' and 'immediate availability'. The department is headed by Enrique Cavero Safra, who specialises in competition and antitrust law. The team counts a number of major companies among its clients, which turn to the team for assistance in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Senior associates Carlos Holguín and Diego Gómez Florez are also experienced in advising clients on the incorporation of the personal data protection law and the legal treatment of new technologies.

Practice head(s):

Enrique Cavero


Testimonials

‘This firm has provided us with a specialised advisory service on issues related to telecommunications in various consultations at a very competitive price and with high quality. Experience in handling very specific issues based on similar cases previously attended is noticeable. It compares favorably with teams from other firms.’

‘Specialised attention, immediate availability and a level of response to queries covering all aspects that may be related.’

Key clients

Viettel Perú – Bitel


IHS Peru


Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola


Consorcio Fútbol Perú


Interseguro


ANS Comunicaciones


Arthur D. Little


Incacel Movil


SBA Torres Peru


Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones Bolivia


Multitop


Puma Peru


Rivelsa


DXN International Peru


Grupo Liderman


Astranis Space & Technologies Corp.


Consortium: Pro Investment Development Advisors / Blue Note


Infinia Operadores Logisticos


Work highlights


  • Represented BITEL in a $15m lawsuit before the Supreme Court against INDECOPI, related to a administrative decision regarding the illegality of fees charged by the Telecommunications Ministry for the usage of the radioelectric spectrum.
  • Advised ADL on the structuring and development of the Bidding Rules and Concession Agreement for the public bidding of frequencies 1,750-1,780 MHz y 2,150-2,180 MHz (AWS-3 Band) and 2,300-2,330 MHz.
  • Represented BITEL in an administrative lawsuit before INDECOPI against OSIPTEL over the legality of certain contracting modalities in the acquisition of telephone lines by consumers.

Estudio Olaechea

The TMT practice at Estudio Olaechea is headed by Martín Serkovic, who advises major international companies on matters including data protection compliance, data breach notifications and the application of European General Data Protection Regulations within Peru. The team’s experience spans industries such as telecoms, aviation, banking, e-commerce and education, with recent work including drafting privacy notices and representing clients in sanctioning proceedings. Key contacts for the practice include Carol Quiroz, who was promoted to partner in March 2023, and associate Andrea Zanusso.

Practice head(s):

Martin Serkovic


Key clients

Google


Nokia Solutions and Networks


Telecom Business Solution


Desarrollos Terrestres


Marsh Advisory


Ole Distribution


Salesland Pacifico


Colegio Cristo Rey de Tacna


Olx Clasificados Perú


Ravago Americas


Nishimura & Asahi


Deezer


Work highlights


  • Advised Google on the local launching of different Google services and products such as YouTube, Google Play and YouTube Music.
  • Participated as an international consultant for the implementation of the Ecuadorian Data Protection Law, giving training tools in international standards of data protection and other matters.
  • Provided advice to Nokia Solutions & Networks regarding the local application of technological tools for the implementation of data privacy compliance.

Porto Legal

José Miguel Porto, who has extensive in-house telecoms experience with companies such as Nextel del Peru and NII Holdings, founded and heads the practice at Porto Legal. The team, which stands out for its 'extensive legal technical knowledge', is adept at handling matters such as project development, regulatory compliance, negotiations and agreements, and acquisitions of telecoms companies, among other areas. Lucia Bellido is the associate in charge of the TMT team.

Practice head(s):

Jose Miguel Porto


Testimonials

‘The Porto Legal team has extensive knowledge of local and international regulations in their areas of competence. It is also an agile and neat team.’

‘Excellent people with a great knowledge of their areas of expertise.’

‘They are a firm with extensive legal technical knowledge. Compared to other firms, they have a fairly fast response level.’

Key clients

Hughes de Perú


Andesat


Orocom


Grupo RPP


Bitel


Banco de Comercio


Grupo Coril


Plintron


Motorola


Tienda Pago


Work highlights


  • Advised Andesat as lead counsel on the negotiations and execution of an agreement for the deployment launch of a high-capacity satellite.
  • Advised Andesat on the negotiations for wholesale agreements with Claro, Entel and Bitel to deploy a satellite network in rural areas of Peru.
  • Advised Rimac Seguros on the procurement of ERP software for a new airport in Lima.