Hernández & Cía

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• José Abastos stands out for his technical competence and ability to approach concession/PPP processes with a practical approach focused on both ease of implementation and generating a balanced framework for lenders, sponsors and the administration.
• I find the adaptability to the evolution of projects very positive, a welcome change from the rigidity we sometimes encounter in the sector. In project contexts that are stressed in terms of duration and complexity, the response is rapid, maintaining the technical level and close collaboration throughout the project.
• Pepe Abastos is an excellent partner for cross-border matters involving Peru. He combines strong technical expertise with a practical approach and is particularly effective at coordinating with international counsel and stakeholders. Clients value his judgment, availability, and strategic insight.
• Lourdes Luna's performance is particularly outstanding. Her involvement in the contractual advisory work for a significant mining project demonstrated a high degree of experience, technical knowledge, and attention to detail, as well as a constant commitment to service excellence. Lourdes stands out for her meticulousness, clarity of analysis, ability to anticipate risks, and proposal of well-structured solutions. In addition, her friendly, approachable, and professional manner facilitates teamwork and fosters a high level of trust.
• The Projects practice at Estudio Hernández is characterized by highly specialized, rigorous, and project-oriented advice, particularly for complex projects in the mining sector. The team combines solid contractual experience with a deep understanding of the technical, commercial, and operational specificities of these types of initiatives, enabling them to provide comprehensive and reliable support for high-profile projects. From the perspective of the in-house counsel, one of the team's main strengths is its thoroughness, quality of service, and technical consistency. The advice is distinguished by a detailed analysis of contracts, accurate risk identification, and the ability to propose well-structured solutions aligned with the client's interests. This approach is especially valuable in highly complex and strategically important mining projects. In this context, Lourdes Luna's work is clearly outstanding. Her support in the contractual advisory role of a major mining project demonstrated a high level of experience, technical knowledge, and attention to detail, as well as a constant commitment to excellence. Lourdes combines a sound legal approach with a friendly and approachable manner, facilitating collaboration and building trust throughout the project. Their ability to handle complex contractual matters with clarity and precision clearly sets them apart from other professionals in the market. Compared to teams at other firms, Estudio Hernández's Projects practice stands out for its level of involvement, consistent quality of work, and personalized approach. The team is more attentive to the client's specific needs and the project context, avoiding standardized solutions that are not always effective in complex projects.
• Brendan Oviedo - knowledgeable about the subject matter and has a good understanding of how to communicate information to the appropriate audience. Julien Labory - very detail-oriented and quick to respond.

Key clients

• International Finance Corporation – IFC
• Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
• Private Investment Promotion Agency (“Proinversion”)
• IDOM Consulting, Engineering, Architecture
• Hudbay Perú
• Compañía Minera Antapaccay
• Alupar Peru

Work highlights

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Carlos Núñez

Leading associates

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

Ramiro Rubio