Santiváñez Abogados is well-equipped to provide comprehensive advice on the different stages of energy infrastructure projects, offering a breadth of experience in the negotiation of natural gas supply contracts, in addition to collaboration with both government and private entities. Roberto Santiváñez, an authority on regulatory matters and commercial and financial transactions, co-leads the practice with Fidel Rocha, who is well-versed in dispute resolution and arbitration as it pertains to regulatory and transactional matters. Co-head Paul Súmar contributes a deep knowledge of tariffs, financing and regulatory aspects of the energy sector. The practice further benefits from the expertise of Abel Venero, a specialist in energy regulation and project development; and associate Luigi Rossini, who handles matters spanning regulation, contracting and commercialisation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘They stand out for their collaboration and availability to assist us.’

  • ‘They have a good team of professionals.’

Key clients

  • Cerámica San Lorenzo
  • Minsur
  • Papelera Nacional (PANASA)
  • Softys Peru
  • Pesquera Diamante
  • Course 2 Energy
  • Porcelanato Latino
  • Sudamericana de Fibras

Work highlights

Advised Cerámica San Lorenzo on the negotiation of a new natural gas supply agreement with the Camisea Consortium for an aggregate value of $30m.
Advised Minsur on the negotiation and signing of a new natural gas supply contract with the Camisea Consortium for an aggregate value of $30m.
Advised Porcelatino on the acquisition of natural gas and the negotiation of supply contracts for an aggregate value of up to $80m.

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Luigi Rossini

Practice head

Roberto Santiváñez; Fidel Rocha; Paul Súmar

Other key lawyers

Abel Venero; Luigi Rossini