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Dispute Resolution - Costa Rica

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What the Team is Known For

ALTA Batalla has an outstanding dispute resolution practice commanding a first-class reputation in Costa Rica. The experienced team handles matters spanning the whole spectrum of litigation, including civil, commercial and criminal procedures. The law firm is regularly sought out by key Costa Rican and international companies, as well as private clients. ALTA Batalla's prowess in the area extends to arbitration. The department is well placed to advise on breach of contract disputes, construction litigation and compensation claims, with further expertise in white-collar crime cases.

Work Highlights

  • The team at ALTA Batalla represented Monarch Investors Group in proceedings before the Court of Appeal pertaining to an enforcement of arbitration order against Punta Vista Bahía.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Róger Guevara
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Róger Guevara
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Partner and head of department Róger Guevara is a key name in the Costa Rican dispute resolution area. He is frequently instructed by key Costa Rican and foreign clients on commercial and civil litigation, as well as class action lawsuits. He also boasts significant arbitration expertise, including commercial arbitration proceedings under ICC rules, and can often be found representing clients in contract disputes and terminations.

Róger Guevara is a lawyer with impressive business acumen. He knows how to reconcile things and prevent things from getting out of control.

Róger Guevara has proven to be a highly persuasive and intelligent but also reasonable and respectful lawyer who is appreciated by peers and judiciary authorities alike.

Alejandro Batalla
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Alejandro Batalla
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Noted partner Alejandro Batalla is appreciated by market sources within the Costa Rican dispute resolution sphere for his litigation expertise, which includes construction claims.

Alejandro Batalla is diligent and listens carefully to the information that the client provides.

Mariela Martínez
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Mariela Martínez
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Partner Mariela Martínez enjoys solid praise from clients for her activity in civil and commercial litigation in Costa Rica. She acts in damages claims and breach of contract cases.

Mariela Martínez is a very good and diligent lawyer.

Felipe Riveros
Felipe Riveros
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Felipe Riveros receives a raft of praise from clients for his activity within the Costa Rican dispute resolution area. He is well placed to assist clients with a range of commercial litigation, including construction disputes and breach of contract cases, with further experience in international and domestic arbitration proceedings.

Felipe Riveros has a very in-depth knowledge of local regulation.

Sophia Villalta Chong
Sophia Villalta Chong
Associates to watch

Sophia Villalta continues to be recognised as an associate-to-watch following significant peer and client recognition for her involvement in commercial litigation and arbitrations as well as damages claims.

Sophia Villalta Chong offers a comprehensive and clear analysis and communication.

Ranked Lawyers at
ALTA Batalla

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Costa Rica

Dispute Resolution

Róger Guevara
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Róger Guevara
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Alejandro Batalla
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Alejandro Batalla
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Mariela Martínez
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Mariela Martínez
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Felipe Riveros
Felipe Riveros
Associates to watch
Sophia Villalta Chong
Sophia Villalta Chong
Associates to watch

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