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Provided by Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados

At Benites, Vargas & Ugaz Abogados, our Criminal Law team is dedicated to safeguarding the interests of our clients in complex criminal dispute matters. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of white-collar crime, our seasoned attorneys excel in providing strategic legal counsel and defense against allegations of collusion, fraud and bribery mandates, as well as compliance programme implementation. The firm's clientele is often active in the telecommunications, banking and finance, and mining sectors.


Our approach is rooted in a blend of legal acumen, investigative prowess, and negotiation skills. We work tirelessly to protect the reputations and assets of our clients, whether they are individuals or organizations facing legal challenges. From conducting internal investigations to representing clients in regulatory inquiries and criminal proceedings, our team's unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes is evident in our track record of successful resolutions.


"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados has a longstanding presence in the Peruvian market and is recognised for being the first law firm that handled matters related to economic criminal law in Peru."

"The firm has a team of experienced and knowledgeable practitioners in the white-collar crime field. Their department has a good combination of youth and experience."

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime - Peru

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What the Team is Known For

Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados houses a celebrated practice that has garnered a stellar reputation in Peru's white-collar crime sphere. The team demonstrates market-leading capabilities representing both private individuals and large corporations in issues such as collusion, fraud and bribery mandates, as well as compliance programme implementation. The firm's clientele is often active in the telecommunications, banking and finance, and mining sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados assisted CORPAC with the acquittal of three directors who had previously received jail sentences due to an alleged disbursement of funds, in connection with authorising the construction of the operator's new headquarters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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José Ugaz
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José Ugaz
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Eminent Practitioners

Eminent practitioner José Ugaz continues to come highly recommended by clients and peers alike for his active practice handling money laundering and fraud investigation cases.

José Ugaz is one of the most outstanding lawyers that the Peruvian market has to offer. His knowledge, experience and confidence are first rate.

Luis Vargas Valdivia
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Luis Vargas Valdivia
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Well-regarded partner Luis Vargas Valdivia rises to the top of the rankings for his wealth of experience advising clients on white-collar crime procedures, including anti-money laundering and compliance.

Luis Vargas Valdivia is one of the best criminal lawyers I have ever worked with.

Luis Vargas Valdivia exhibits a very high level of sophistication. He is an excellent lawyer and team leader.

Liliana Calderon
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Liliana Calderon
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Partner Liliana Calderon continues to attract widespread market recognition for her leading role in compliance matters.

Liliana Calderon is an outstanding specialist in criminal compliance, with superb technical skills and deep expertise in the criminal law applicable to both corporations and natural persons.

Roberto Pereira
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Roberto Pereira
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Band 4

Co-head of department Roberto Pereira continues to receive praise for his criminal litigation practice.

Working with Roberto Pereira on complicated criminal cases is an interesting and enriching experience. His sharp intellect and ability to respond are ever impressive.

Ranked Lawyers at
Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados

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Peru

Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime

José Ugaz
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José Ugaz
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Eminent Practitioners
Luis Vargas Valdivia
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Luis Vargas Valdivia
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Band 1
Liliana Calderon
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Liliana Calderon
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Band 4
Roberto Pereira
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Roberto Pereira
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Band 4

Members

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Carlos Samamé

Daniel Loli

Guillermo Cornejo

José Arrieta

Liliana Calderón

Luis Vargas Valdivia

Luis Vargas Valdivia

Head of Department

Paul Ruiz

Pedro Espadín

Raiza Arroyo

Ricardo Mellarez

Roberto Pereira

Industries

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Banking

Mining

Telecommunications