Competition,
Consumer Rights
and Privacy

We offer comprehensive advisory services in Competition Law, Consumer Protection, and Privacy on a preventive basis, as well as representation in enforcement proceedings before INDECOPI and the National Authority for Personal Data Protection, respectively.

We provide comprehensive legal counsel in Competition Law, Consumer Protection, and Privacy on a preventive basis, as well as representation in enforcement proceedings before the competent administrative entities, namely INDECOPI and the National Authority for Personal Data Protection, respectively.

We advise our clients on proper market practices, particularly in advertising matters – copy advice – and in defense against unfair acts that may affect their competitive position. Similarly, we represent our clients in consumer relations established with their customers, through conciliations or in sanctioning proceedings before INDECOPI, as well as in the implementation of regulatory compliance programs in these areas.

Likewise, we proactively advise our clients on the implementation of Codes of Conduct regarding Personal Data Protection, as well as in the representation during sanctioning proceedings before the National Authority for Personal Data Protection.

Do you need personalized advice?

Alejandro Castro
Partner & Managing Director
alejandrocastro@unionandina.com
+51 920 002 829

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Milagros Murguía
Competition, Consumer and Privacy
legal@unionandina.com
+51 920 002 829

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