Paula Piedra Espinosa

Paula Piedra Espinosa is a legal expert in public law and hydrocarbons, known for her insights into the legal frameworks surrounding the oil industry in Ecuador. Having previously served as the legal manager for the now-defunct state company Petroamazonas, she offers a critical perspective on the implications of governmental decisions regarding oil contracts and concessions. Recently, she commented on the legal processes involved in the government's decision to rescind the contract award for the Sacha oil field, highlighting the necessity for formal legal justifications and the proper administrative procedures that must be followed.