Santiváñez Abogados’ network industries practice is highly regarded for its expertise in the electricity and gas sectors, with a strong focus on market regulation. The firm advises a broad client base, including major private companies, state-owned enterprises, and public entities, maintaining a particularly strong relationship with governmental bodies and regulatory agencies. Founding partner Roberto Santiváñez is a market leader with over 25 years of experience in transactional, contractual and regulatory matters within the power sector, including power supply and transmission contracts. Fidel Rocha, who has more than two decades of experience, is a key figure for regulatory matters spanning energy, infrastructure, and environmental standards, with a particular focus on electricity. Paul Sumar specialises in energy projects, regulatory issues, tariffs, and dispute resolution. Among the associate ranks, Abel Venero is recognised for his transactional expertise, particularly in gas supply contracts, while Sandra Acosta stands out for her knowledge of regulatory issues and wholesale electricity market matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are the team of professionals with the greatest expertise on the subject in the country.’
- ‘Effective and assertive response to requests. Their best quality is that they are always willing to assist 24/7.’
- ‘Santivañez, led by Roberto Santivañez, stands out in the renewable energy sector for its collaborative and creative approach, offering innovative solutions to complex problems thanks to its interdisciplinary and international experience. Their deep expertise positions them as leaders in the Peruvian market. In their main area of practice, they are, in my opinion, the most effective team.’
- ‘The added value that distinguishes the lawyers at Santivañez is their commercial focus and availability, providing solutions that prioritise the bankability and viability of the business beyond purely legal considerations.’
Key clients
- Samay I
- Electricité de France – EDF Perú
- Alicorp
- Compañía Eléctrica El Platanal – CELEPSA a subsidiary of Unión Andina de Cemento
- Electro Dunas S.A.A., a subsidiary of Grupo Energía de Bogotá - GEB
- Agencia de Promoción de la Inversión Privada – PROINVERSION.
- Electro Oriente
- Distriluz Group (Electro Noroeste, Electro Norte, Hidrandina, Electrocentro)
- Compañía Minera Antamina
- Grupo Romero Investment Office
Work highlights
Advised Grupo Romero Investment Office entering into the Peruvian power generation sector through acquisitions of brownfield assets.
Advised Distriluz Group (Electro Noroeste S.A., Electro Norte S.A., Hidrandina S.A., Electrocentro S.A.) during the process of setting the energy distribution rates that will be in effect for the four-year period between 2023 and 2027.
Advised Electro Oriente S.A., the state-owned company in charge of the power generation and distribution in the city of Iquitos, on the implementation of a long-term energy plan aiming to phase out the whole city’s carbon-based generation capacity (60 MW approx.).
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Sandra Acosta
Abel Venero
Practice head
Fidel Rocha; Roberto Santiváñez; Paul Sumar
Other key lawyers
Abel Venero; Sandra Acosta