Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano – Abogados > Lima, Peru > Firm Profile

‘Their strong points are their response speed, 24/7 availability and excellent quality of service. The finance team is highly qualified and capable of performing efficiently on complex transactions.‘

‘I especially highlight the work of Nicolás Cornejo who is our main point of contact in the organisation. He is a professional with considerable experience in transactional work, always available and involved in the details of each project and always ready to offer practical solutions.’

‘REM are extremely efficient and pragmatic in their management of funding matters.’

‘Juan Diego De Vinatea and Jean Paul Chabinex are extremely commercial, practical and trusted advisers.‘

‘Jean Paul Chabaneix, Jorge Trelles, Cecilia Canepa and Bruno Baigorria make up a very solid and high-level team. Their attention to detail and thoroughness are highly appreciated. The Rodrigo law firm has been a fundamental ally for the company throughout 2020.’

‘Rodrigo provides a comprehensive legal service that stands out from the legal services provided by other law firms. In general, you can find in the different areas of the firm a high-quality service with an effective response in terms of knowledge and opportunity.’

‘Fernando Molina is a very intelligent partner, who understands the needs of the client and the transaction and has a lot of experience in financing. His level of service is outstanding and is distinguished from the service provided by other lawyers who develop the same matter. Another partner who is also very good is Juan Diego de Vinatea, who stands out for his intelligence and sharpness in reviewing contracts, as well as the comfort that a client receives from knowing that he handles transactions and negotiations in a solid way.‘

‘They are lawyers with deep knowledge and a lot of experience.’

‘The commitment to do the job well is one of the strongest points, combined with the experience and good relationships that they manage to maintain with all parties, including the counterpart in the negotiation. They have a large team that can cover specialties of all kinds, including contingencies.’

‘Jean Paul Chabaneix has a way of working that brings a lot of tranquility and security to the teams. He knows how to negotiate well, puts himself in the shoes of the other party and can be tough when necessary.’

‘The team of Rodrigo with Jean Paul Chabaneix in the lead is sharp and hands-on with an excellent knowledge of the law, but also offering pragmatic ideas always with the best interest of their client in mind.’

‘Partner Jean Paul Chabaneix and associate Nicolas Cornejo were a true pleasure to work with. Always on the ball, fast in responses and decision making, readily available also considering the time difference and a very good command of the English language.’

‘Excellent firm. One of our go to firms in the market.‘

‘Eduardo Lopez is an excellent lawyer for M&A assignments and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Lawyers must know business and finance  and that is what I liked the most about this office. In addition, the human quality and excellent relationships make them unique.’

‘Strong points are their professionalism and objectivity, in addition to the integrity they possess in all aspects. These qualities are brought together by Eduardo Lopez and that is why he generates trust in customers.’

‘Excellent firm. Great depth and sophistication, very experienced at working with international parties and in English. They are among the top tier of law firms in Peru. Luis Bedoya brings wisdom and insight to his matters.’

‘Francisco Cardenas is analytically very strong and tremendously diligent.’

‘The team is very supportive and can understand the client’s needs as well as the technical issues that are related in many cases. Likewise, there is evidence of commitment and involvement with the client.‘

‘They are committed and follow-up on cases and concerns. The most prominent is Arturo Aza who does an exceptional job and denotes commitment to the client and their problems in litigation and others. Jorge Alvarado is also very supportive; he is in charge of specific but very important issues.’

‘They have a first-rate team with people with a great deal of experience in the monitoring of complex trials and high media and social relevance. The Rodrigo law firm has the best expert lawyers in Peru in matters of civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative litigation. They are always available and used to administer lawsuits of vital importance to us. Renzo Carrasco and his team are the best professionals in Peru for handling large-scale trials. Carrasco is an irreplaceable support for the legal handling of our litigation.’

‘Renzo Carrasco and his team are lawyers accustomed to administering trials of great economic impact and providing a comprehensive service in all the areas that make up the litigation. Assertive lawyers, highly trained and with knowledge of a depth far above average. Meticulous, attentive to new circumstances and always exploring various alternatives for the benefit of the client. Available 24/7.’

‘It has an interdisciplinary view of the cases, complementing the procedural law with the substantive part. They have a very powerful network of contacts with arbitrators abroad that allows disputes to be analysed in greater depth.‘

‘The versatility with which they explain cases and their persuasion. They have an ability to easily convey what can be a dry or technical issue. José Tam is the partner of the area, super committed to the work and Martin Chocano is an associate, both excellent professionals. In construction contracts, Hugo Silva for the substantive part of the disputes and contracting with the State; Carlos Carpio, who sees urban law and public law, contracting with the State. The civil part of the disputes is overseen by Francisco Cardenas, who is excellent.’

‘Strengths: broad knowledge of the law and its application; knowledge of government procedures that allows you to advance correctly and smoothly in obtaining permits; their knowledge of the subject as well as methodology, allows them to maintain an order and structure superior to that of other practices.’

‘I emphasise that they carry out a cross-sectional analysis of the issues, analyse the regulatory aspects but also identify other aspects that can be evaluated in favour of the clients. I highlight Veronica Sattler as an attorney with outstanding performance in practice.’

‘The lawyers have extensive experience and knowledge in the matter and work as a team, standing out when they assume the defence of our interests.’

‘The plus is the seniority they have. That is, they have the ability to interact with high-level officials, which gives you confidence. The outstanding partner is Veronica Sattler.’

‘The most detailed and in-depth lawyers on the market. Very experienced and trained. The best lawyers in natural resources and electricity matters in Peru. Used to handling big legal problems.’

‘Detailed, the best in Peru.’

‘Support for contracts with transmission companies and advice for procedures before authorities such as the General Directorate of Electricity. Likewise, they have helped us a lot in the negotiations with transmission companies and with third parties related to the purpose of complying with Peruvian regulations.’

‘Much review and analysis in detail. Very fast and adequate responses. Veronica Sattler has been very supportive of very delicate negotiations on electrical issues. Likewise, Diego Pachas has shown great support in electrical regulatory matters.’

‘The strongest and most solid hydrocarbons team in the country. They know the fuel market perfectly.‘

‘The experience of their lawyers is the best asset they have, since their hydrocarbons team is the most solid and respected in the country.’

‘We work with Jenny Caldas directly and we know her trajectory in the sector, which gives us confidence to be able to entrust our processes and consultations with her. Jenny’s team stands out for its commitment, responsibility and openness.’

‘The best quality of Jenny Caldas is her commitment to the case that we present to her. In addition, she always listens to the needs of the company and puts herself in our place. Another important point is that she never generates false expectations, which is important to us, and presents us with more than one alternative solution. We feel that the firm is empathetic with the company and its needs.’

‘Extensive knowledge of environmental legislation and practical application in company facilities.’

‘They are clear and transparent when explaining the results of the processes or orders carried out. Very grateful to Ursula Zavala and Cyndel Caballero Fernandez.’

‘They know perfectly the client’s problems and try to provide immediate support on various technical issues. Precise assistance for sanctioning procedures but also on permit issues. With very good results.’

‘The constant and precise service are the main strengths, and the knowledge of the technical subject and support in administrative processes. Francisco Tong knows the client in a comprehensive way and has always provided his services in a timely, accurate and creative way. Supportive against institutions and generating positive effects. Tong is accompanied by Cyndel Caballero and Milagros Mutsios who, both in sanctioning and regulatory matters, have shown great care and attention. They have supported and reviewed very technical topics with very good results.’

‘Excellent professionals.’

‘Great experience and extraordinary knowledge. Good relations with the authority.’

‘It is the leading firm in the provision of services in Peru. High availability of the partners and good lawyers with high expertise.’

‘They have provided us with good support in litigation matters, handling them satisfactorily and obtaining positive results for clients. Outstanding partner is Hector Alvarez.’

‘Quality and client-oriented, with a service attitude. They are a true business partner.‘

‘Maria del Carmen Alvarado should be highlighted. She knows and understands very well our business and industry. She is an excellent business partner and is always seeking the best cost effective and efficient solution to clients’ needs.’

‘Maria del Carmen Alvarado and Hector Alvarez are a formidable team advising on all types of trade mark protection and enforcement. They are responsive, pragmatically creative in solutions and will go the extra mile to reach a solution.  I don’t use any other team in Peru.’

‘They are lawyers with great experience and knowledge in intellectual property; they have solid resources to exercise an adequate defence in the cases entrusted and to give strong legal opinions.’

‘Hector Alvarez is the predominant figure in the area of ​​intellectual property and his national and international recognition, coupled with his knowledge, experience and respect is what, in my view, makes this firm stand out. It should be noted that Hector coordinates very well with his team of lawyers to provide first class services.’

‘Hector never fails to provide commercial, well considered and practical advice – and promptly.’

‘The firm has an incomparable level of expertise. They are undoubtedly the best in the market, both for their knowledge, reach with the authorities and support to their clients.‘

‘The team is available and 100% onboard with the client. It seems that they are in-house counsel rather than external.’

‘For international trade we consider them to be the best team. They are highly educated and handle the legal matters related to these cases very well. They provide positive results and very good advice.’

‘Julio Guadalupe is highly educated, responsible and concerned about our affairs. Good performance as head of the area that handles our issues.’

‘The labour team at REM, led by Jose Balta, is top in the country; the level of the partners and also associates service is the best compared to other firms.  The quality of associate work does not diminish at all when the partners are not available to attend an urgent matter. Jose Balta is an asset to us; Claudia Cermeño provides top service and knowledge.‘

‘Competent and practical advice on labour matters. They provide alternative solutions to a problem, along with the pros and cons for taking a decision. Easy to reach and discuss different approaches in detail. Ernesto Cárdenas is recommended.’

‘Their detailed knowledge of the legislation and how to interrelate with the other legal areas as well as its implications, stands out. The REM firm is a reference point in the relationship with the client, and in the inter-area internal coordination.’

‘A plus that I identify in REM is the leadership in the relationship with the client, and I see that in Alejandro Manayalle, that when he takes a topic, he coordinates it and, if necessary, because the topic touches other areas of the study, leads it and identifies the interactions and implications, resulting in a complete and comprehensive work.’

‘REM has a first class team. Undoubtedly, one of the 2-3 top law firms in Peru.’

‘Jean Paul Chabaneix and Luis Enrique Palacios stand out. One of them has been there for decades; the other more recent. A good example of how the firm has achieved excellent quality control. They are very competent in their areas, each with their own area of ​​expertise but they can also move and advise in other more general areas. Also, it is a pleasure to work with them!‘

‘Well-experianced with in-depth knowledge of the subject; heavliy team focused and goal driven.’

‘The team has extensive experience in advising on the analysis of public contractual documentation and the risks associated with it, assisting with administrations and public and private bodies and advising on specific regulations in regulated sectors and concession assets . The team members share a business vision focused on excellence in advising and the success of their clients’ operations, which makes this practice unique.‘

‘We highlight this firm’s availability and commitment of the partners. They are involved in matters proactively, offering their knowledge and experience and therefore providing confidence for the client and quality in their advice. We have worked with Veronica Sattler, a senior partner and leader of the regulation and concessions area. Veronica’s work in each of the operations in which she has advised has been characterised by her knowledge of the sector, her high professional commitment and her personal closeness. We value her absolute availability and the quality of the services she provides. In addition, we have had the opportunity to work with Fernando Molina, a senior partner in the project finance area. Working with Fernando has turned out to be very gratifying, advising us in the search for financing for concession contracts and solving in an agile and precise manner the questions raised during the process.’

‘It is a great team, with a lot of experience and solidity in regulatory matters, especially in the port sector. They are concise and legally sound in their responses, and that is highly valued by us. Compared to the other firms, it is the best regulatory area in terms of quality and service provision.’

‘They are experts and specialists in their subject. They are solid in their answers and inquiries, they are to the point, they are executive and they are clear when explaining their positions. In addition, they support their answers with examples and legal basis, jurisprudence, etc., that differ from the other firms.’

‘They compare favourably with other firms.‘

‘Kindness in dealing with the client. Responsibility within the deadlines. Good analysis.’

‘The team is always available and listening to the situation. Strong adaptability, especially since we are a foreign company. We are satisfied with the efficiency of the analyses.’

‘A working relationship with Carlos Carpio that in a very professional way creates a spirit of trust. An always constructive and combative attitude that allows us to see positivism and realism in dealing with matters. And above all, the successes contributed by Carpio give us peace of mind in the continuity of the relationship with this office. ‘

‘Their detailed knowledge of the legislation and how to interrelate it with other legal areas, as well as its implications, stands out. REM is a benchmark in how to relate to the client, and in inter-area internal coordination.’

‘A plus that I identify in the firm is the leadership, especially in client care. Rómulo Muñoz takes a subject and coordinates it and if necessary because the subject touches other areas of the study, he leads it and identifies the interactions and implications resulting in a complete and comprehensive work.‘

‘Many attorneys at the firm have worked for public entities and have a proactive profile and a fierce defence of the cases raised by their clients, a multidisciplinary approach and depth of analysis.’

‘Many of the lawyers in the team have participated in the drafting of laws, and have a close relationship with the authorities; they are not simply applicants of the law but creators of the law. I especially want to recommend Carlos Carpio, senior partner of the team and Hugo Sarria, associate. Carlos Carpio is clearly the leader in the country in this matter.‘

‘The firm exceeds the expectations of its clients, its team made up of lawyers with extensive experience and knowledge of the telecommunications sector.‘

‘Maria del Rosario Quiroga opens spaces for explanation and discussion of the strategies to be proposed in each specific case and is excellent.’

‘A highlight is the extensive experience and knowledge of Maria del Rosario Quiroga.’

‘They have presence and an ability to deal with the counterpart, as well as experience. The counterpart knows who they are dealing with.’

‘Veronica Sattler is recognised in the market, her presence gives an important help to the positioning of the company.’

‘Associates and partners are of an excellent level, whichever the topic. Very attentive partner who knows the needs from a management point of view and then go into detail with specialists, always efficient.’

‘They understand fully our business needs, and guide us to the best solution available through a mix of comprehensive and precise detail, very efficient, grasps the client’s needs and comes up with solutions.‘