Prominent in the hydrocarbons and electricity sectors, Criales & Urcullo advises an impressive roster of private and public clients on the negotiation of contracts regarding construction in the gas industry, as well as the development and operation of electricity transmission lines. José Antonio Criales Estrugo leads the team and has experience in arbitration in the energy sector. Practice co-head Adrian Barrenechea B. specialises in the electricity sector, from generation to transmission and distribution. Senior associate Laura Andrea Rivas Quevedo brings international expertise, with professional experience in both Bolivia and Chile, and focuses her energy practice on project management.
Testimonials
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- 'They have a solid team. Their advice is excellent.'
- 'I had the chance to work with Laura Rivas: she is efficient and meticulous. A very good lawyer.'
Key clients
- Hidroeléctrica Boliviana
- San Cristóbal Transportadora de Electricidad
Work highlights
- Advised Hidroeléctrica Boliviana on the defense against the imposition of a regulation that intended to change the parameters under which the capacity of hydroelectric generators is calculated, measured and remunerated in the Bolivian National Interconnected System.
- Advised Ingelec on a contract for the procurement, supply and installation of metallic structures and specialised equipment to construct a transmission line in the northern Potosí Region with ENDE Corporación.