Paul Súmar

Specialist in Energy (projects, regulation, tariffs, financing, etc.), public-private partnerships and dispute resolution. CCL and Amcham referee.

Rankings: The Legal 500: “Leading Individuals” in the area of Energy and Natural Resources (Electricity). Peru 2024 Ranking; IFLR1000: “Highly Regard” in Project Development; Chambers & Partners: Band 3 in Energy and Natural Resources (Electricity) Peru Ranking.

Education

• International Diploma in International Energy Management, ESAN University (2010).
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Universidad del Pacífico (2002).
• Lawyer, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (1994).

Professional Experience

• Santiváñez Abogados, Partner (2010 to date).
• Energy Partners, Manager (from 2005 to date).
• Luz del Sur, Legal Manager (2010-2011).
• PROINVERSIÓN, Legal Advisor Energy (2002-2004).
• COPRI, Legal Manager (2000-2001).

Academic Career

• Contracted professor, courses and programs in Energy and Public-Private Partnerships, in a variety of universities and years, including PUCP, ESAN, UP and ULASALLE.
• He has been editor of the university journal Law & Society (PUCP).
• He is currently director of the Peruvian Energy Magazine (2012 to date).

Affiliations and/or Memberships

• Member of the Lima Bar Association.