Dispute Resolution - Costa Rica
What the team is known for
Arias is a regional firm with an active dispute resolution team in Costa Rica. The department is adept at civil and commercial litigation, and has particular experience dealing with contractual liability and debt collection matters. The lawyers also have experience in white-collar mandates including environmental crime. Arias handles matters for clients in the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries.
Notable practitioners
Partner and co-head of department Víctor Garita is highly involved in the Costa Rican dispute resolution sector acting as a party counsel and as an arbitrator. He can often be seen assisting international and domestic clients in a range of contentious mandates including contractual disputes, litigation regarding reputational damages, and commercial arbitration. "Víctor Garita is an excellent litigator."
Associate-to-watch Abraham Balzer is singled out by interviewees for his litigation capabilities in the Costa Rican dispute resolution area, which include contractual liability disputes.
Associate-to-watch German Rojas is familiar with dispute matters involving contractual breaches and white-collar crimes, including environmental topics. "German Rojas is a very good and experienced lawyer in criminal law and litigation in general."
