CENTRAL LAW is a well-respected regional law firm that possesses a significant Salvadorean commercial practice group which advises on M&A transactions and on corporate restructuring matters. The law firm's offering is further boosted by its proficiency in labour and tax mandates. The department boasts an impressive roster of local and international clients.

Up-and-coming partner Piero Rusconi Bolaños is recognised for significant activity assisting clients with a variety of mandates within the Salvadorean corporate and commercial domain. One peer says: "I have had the opportunity to work with Piero Rusconi Bolaños. He knows about the banking and finance field, and he is very attentive."

Partner and head of department José Manuel Argüello continues to be endorsed by the market for his relevant capabilities within the Salvadorean IP market. One client enthuses: "José Manuel Argüello knows what he is doing very well. He offers practical legal options and is extremely professional."

Sandra Hernández de Cabezas boasts a long-standing presence within the Salvadorean IP market. She has solid experience of handling trade mark registrations and in assisting with the management of clients' intellectual property rights portfolios. One peer notes: "Sandra Hernández de Cabezas has dedicated her entire career to IP. She is a strong professional with an interesting international clientele."

Piero Rusconi Gutiérrez is a very experienced practitioner who is highly praised and recognised in El Salvador for his activity in the dispute resolution sphere. An interviewee says: "Piero Rusconi Gutiérrez is a senior lawyer who has great management skills."