Latin America Guide 2026 : Paraguay
Ranked Individuals
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Department Overview
Altra Legal is the only Paraguayan law firm with a genuinely international dispute resolution practice. Our team members represent clients or act as arbitrators in several ICSID, Permanent Court of Arbitration, ICC, and CAS-TAS arbitration cases, as well as before the Paraguayan Chamber of Commerce Arbitration Centre (CAMP).
Our highly experienced team of professionals has handled the most significant arbitration cases in the country in recent years. We have successfully represented the interests of our clients in delicate matters arising from contractual breaches or wrongful acts.
In addition, our practice in litigation before Paraguayan Courts is also recognised for being strategic and efficient. Our litigation team is prepared to handle complex civil and commercial cases, representing foreign and national clients.
Our department highlights the following works which characterise the department’s strength:
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Altra Legal is widely recognised in the Paraguayan market for its strong focus on international and domestic arbitration. The team acts on proceedings for annulment of awards, breaches of contract and debt recovery, and other commercial litigation. The department is often seen advising clients active in the construction, insurance, and oil and gas arenas.
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Altra Legal assisted Cathay with filing a formal protest before the United Nations Office for Project Services, alleging unfair treatment in a tender evaluation process.
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Altra Legal's lawyers blend their knowledge of local and international law with an excellent multidisciplinary approach.
Altra Legal's team is well connected and delivers a high-quality service when it comes to litigation and international arbitration.
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Outstanding partner José Antonio Moreno Rodríguez holds sizeable experience handling key international and domestic cases in Paraguay. He continues to enjoy notable praise from market observers for his expertise in the arbitration field.
José Antonio Moreno Rodríguez is an authority in Latin America. With decades of experience, he has expertise in local and international law and knows how to blend the two like no other.
José Antonio Moreno Rodríguez is a world-class leader in arbitration and international law.
Up-and-coming practitioner Felicita Argaña continues garnering strong market praise for her expertise in arbitration in Paraguay.
Felicita Argaña has good availability and understands our business.
Up-and-coming lawyer Larissa Lacout continues to receive positive market feedback for her litigation practice. She often acts on civil, commercial and contentious administrative mandates.
Larissa Lacout has in-depth knowledge. She is very fast and reliable.
Up-and-coming practitioner Lucía Cazal continues to receive market endorsement for her arbitration practice in Paraguay.
Lucía Cazal shows excellent team management skills and a great strategic approach to complex litigation.
Head of Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
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Esteban Acha
Head of Department
Belén Moreno
Gabriela Melgarejo
Felicita Argaña
Head of Department
Larissa Lacout
Karin Kennedy
Adriana Sánchez
Luis Serrano
Regina Moreno
Andrea Reiser
Lucia Cazal
Ruth Schneiderman
Felicita Argaña
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View profile of Lucía CazalLarissa Lacout
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