Laura Francia > Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International > Lima, Peru > Lawyer Profile

Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International advises a deep roster of both public and private clients -particularly those in the infrastructure sector- on a range of administrative matters. The team routinely assists with public procurement, public-private partnerships, government concessions and infrastructure projects. On the contentious side, it regularly represents clients in domestic and international regulatory arbitration proceedings and in administrative procedures, especially against antitrust issues cited by public entities. Practice co-head Jorge Danós is recognised for his expertise in administrative law, norms regarding the regulated markets, and infrastructure and public service concesions; while fellow co-chair Juan Carlos Morón focuses on government intervention in regulated markets, government contracts (including infrastructure concessions), public services and government control. ‘Committed professional‘ Zita Aguilera provides guidance to state agencies and private companies on public procurement matters for the implementation of infrastructure projects, and of counsel Ana Sofía Reyna is highly regarded for her advice regarding the design and structuring of private investment initiatives and processes, and public-private associations. Principal associate Laura Francia consistently supports private client projects and with initiatives from Proinversion and the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Associate Enzo Rojas, who covers administrative, regulatory and competition law, joined from Rubio Leguía Normand in May 2024.

The real estate team at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International counts retail corporations, banking sector clients and real estate investment funds among its key clients. The group, which is led by Marco Alarcon Piana, guides clients through the negotiation of acquisition contracts, due diligence exercises and real estate project financing. Jorge Danós and associate Laura Francia are well versed in public law, and often provide regulatory advice on urban planning and environmental matters. Alonso Miranda handles the financing and securitisation elements of real estate projects, while senior associate Ricardo Canepa advises on the design and enforcement of contracts, and associate Daniela Maurate focuses on permits and zoning concerns. Of counsel Enrique Johanson left the firm in May 2023.