Rodrigo’ energy and natural resources team is a recognised leader in the hydrocarbons market, with experience spanning the upstream, midstream and downstream segments of the sector. At the helm is Jorge Pérez-Taiman, who has deep experience in handling exploration and production contracts across multiple jurisdictions. Jenny Caldas stands out for her aptitude advising on oil-and-gas operations with a focus on environmental issues, as well as relevant regulatory administrative procedures; Carolina Noriega is sought after for her knowledge of commercial agreements and regulatory issues and advises on contract negotiation and permitting mandates. Piero Scarafone is noted for his experience in contractual and financing matters in the sector, while associate Alejandro Diez-Canseco is well-regarded for his transactional and regulatory expertise.
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‘They have extraordinary knowledge of the sector, its regulations, and the corporate aspects required to develop projects in the sector. The team of Jorge Pérez-Taiman and Carolina Noriega offers complete confidence as the external partner any legal and project management team would want on their side.’
Key clients
- Westlawn Americas Offshore
- Trafigura
- Transfuel Group
- Promisol
- Promigas Colombia
- Gas Natural De Lima y Callao (Cálidda)
- Frontera Energy
- Refineria La Pampilla (Repsol)
- Matheson Global Hyco Perú
- Orica Mining Services Perú
- Gases Del Pacifico (GDP)
- Gases Del Norte Del Perú (GASNORP)
Work highlights
Assisted Cálidda with an administrative procedure against a resolution made by natural gas regulator Osinergmin that violated Cálidda’s right to transfer 100% of the cost of natural gas transportation to its natural gas distribution clients.
Assisted GDP with its project to increase the capacity of its natural gas distribution system, including the obtaining of necessary permits and authorisations for the expansion of its LNG transportation and storage capacity.
Assisted GASNORP with the negotiation and closing of a settlement agreement with Cumbra related to a warranty claim by GASNORP for a failure in the natural gas distribution system.
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Practice head
Jorge Pérez-Taiman
Other key lawyers
Jenny Caldas; Carolina Noriega; Piero Scarafone; Alejandro Diez-Canseco