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CCMS Grau announced the addition of María Cristina Alva as a new partner in the Mining - Natural Resources and Sustainability department, thus reinforcing its multidisciplinary approach and solidifying its commitment to the current challenges in the mining sector, which demands highly skilled professionals with a comprehensive vision of the industry.
María Cristina Alva is an executive with over 12 years of experience in the mining sector, extending to the realms of sustainability and corporate social responsibility, crucial aspects for CMS Grau.
| "We are delighted with María Cristina's arrival due to her extensive background and capabilities. She is a professional who understands the client's demands and the emerging needs of the mining sector, and her significant experience in this field is a highly relevant asset to our service." |
Responding to the perspective on the legal needs of the mining sector, María Cristina Alva expressed:
| "The challenges presented by the mining industry must be addressed comprehensively, seeking to add value to our clients through practical solutions focused on sector knowledge. This comprehensive and cross-cutting vision is part of CMS Grau's identity, and my addition enhances this vision. It represents an opportunity for me to work with a broad and diverse team of professionals to provide suitable and efficient solutions for our clients." |
As a full-service firm, CMS Grau develops expertise in all areas of law, including regulatory, corporate, tax, procedural, labour, and environmental, enabling it to meet the growing demand for legal services in the mining sector.
CMS Grau's mining department, also featuring Vito Verna in environmental matters, Ramón Huapaya in regulatory affairs, and Juan Carlos Escudero in corporate and transactional aspects, positions itself as a fundamental component by coordinating and organizing services demanded by clients in the mining sector.
For Miguel Grau Malachowski, founding partner of the mining practice at CMS Grau, the addition of María Cristina Alva represents a strategic strengthening of the mining department.
| "Her extensive professional journey in significant mining sector companies, coupled with a solid academic background, contributes to her being highly valued in the mining sector. This valuation is not only for her leadership abilities but also for her commitment and work in initiatives promoting sustainability and sector development." |
CMS Grau's new partner has an outstanding background in the mining sector
Alva has served as Legal and Corporate Affairs Deputy Manager at Compañía Minera Ares, part of the Hochschild Group. She is a graduate of the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP), holds a master's degree in Mining Management from the GERENS Graduate School, and a postgraduate degree in Mining and Environmental Law from the Peruvian University of Applied Sciences (UPC). Additionally, she holds a Certificate in Inclusion by Design from the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.
The new partner at CMS Grau is highly regarded within the mining community, not only for her leadership skills and ability to address complex legal challenges but also for her continuous commitment to sector development through initiatives that promote sustainability and industry growth.
