Santiváñez Abogados
More informationThe litigation and arbitration practice at Santiváñez Abogados specialises in the energy sector, with clients active in the power distribution, gas and electricity segments. Co-head Fidel Rocha is experienced in regulatory issues in the energy and infrastructure sectors, while associate and fellow practice head Emily Horna is particularly adept at handling controversies related to concession contracts. Other key practitioners include name partner Roberto Santivañez, experienced in transactional work for the energy sector, and Paul Sumar.
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Testimonials
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- 'Quality and personalised attention. Digital access channels. Access to information on topics of interest and current affairs through the virtual channels of the firm.'
- 'Roberto Santivañez - Personalised attention and with a lot of knowledge of our sector and our business, which allows his attention to be at a level.'
- 'Emily Horna - Very detailed in each step that they recommend to resolve controversies. Personalised and direct attention.'
Key clients
- Compañía Eléctrica El Platanal
- SDF Energía
- Empresa Regional de Servicio Público de Electricidad del Sur Este
- Empresa Regional de Servicio Público de Electricidad Electro Norte Medio
- Empresa Regional de Distribución Eléctrica del Centro
Work highlights
- Represented CELEPSA in ad hoc arbitration against the Peruvian Power Network Operator concerning the application of certain transmission fees.
- Represented SDFE in arbitration against COES, with the purpose of obtaining the annulment of two decisions.
- Assisted ELD in claiming the nullity of a decision taken by the Energy and Mining Investment Supervisory Agency of Peru denying the approval of the reschedule of investments for the 2017-2021 Transmission Investment Plan.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fidel Rocha, Emily Horna