O’Farrell is pleased to announce that Jorge Luis Ariza has joined the firm as a new partner to lead the new Infrastructure practice area with a main focus on investments in the energy and natural resources sector and other economic activities that require construction projects of industrial facilities under private management schemes.
His practice, together with the firm’s team of professionals, will aim to work closely with our local clients and international investors in all stages of investment projects, including risk management, negotiation and administration of relevant contracts and the resolution of construction disputes.
Jorge has more than 25 years of experience in the infrastructure sector, having participated in international mega investment projects for the construction and refurbishment of all types of hydrocarbon, mining, renewable energy and industrial facilities collaborating with renowned companies such as Techint, Reficar/Ecopetrol, Foster Wheeler, Wood, Ambatovy/Sumitomo and Pan American Energy, among others.
His professional background includes the negotiation and administration of EPC and EPCM contracts in different jurisdictions, using international models such as FIDIC Silver Book and Red Book, both from the perspective of the owner and the contractors, which allows him to understand in depth the needs of the clients, addressing in a comprehensive manner the challenges of the industry, including environmental, social, land management and permitting aspects.
In addition, Jorge has integrated teams in complex claims negotiations and arbitrations under ICC and Buenos Aires Stock Exchange rules, working with international firms such as White & Case and King & Spalding. This experience provides him with an ability to anticipate scenarios to optimize risk analysis and drafting of contractual documents.
With the arrival of Jorge Luis Ariza, O’Farrell strengthens its commitment to offer our clients a specialized approach to the challenges of investments in industrial facilities projects.