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Covington & Burling LLP

International Arbitration

Latin America Guide 2026 : International Counsel


Covington & Burling LLP

Rankings

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International Arbitration - International Counsel

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Covington & Burling possesses an admired dispute resolution group skilled at handling multi-jurisdictional Latin American arbitration. The legal team acts for an impressive portfolio of corporate clients, especially those hailing from the energy and natural resources and construction sectors. Covington & Burling advises clients on both investor-state and commercial arbitration disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Covington & Burling represented Inversiones Polar and Owens-Illinois in an investment arbitration against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in relation to the expropriation of glass factories.

Strengths

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  • Covington & Burling's team is very professional and impressive. Their response times are quick, their quality is extraordinary and there is no doubt they are experts in international arbitration.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Miguel López Forastier
    Band 3Miguel López Forastier

    Miguel López Forastier

    Miguel López Forastier is co-chair of Covington & Burling's global problem-solving practice. He is adept at both investor-state and commercial arbitration matters arising in Latin America, particularly those concerning Mexico, Peru and Venezuela.

    • Miguel López Forastier has solid knowledge of the Latin American market. He responds in a timely manner and offers comprehensive services to his clients.

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  • Band 4Nicole Duclos
    Band 4Nicole Duclos

    Nicole Duclos

    Nicole Duclos regularly assists notable corporate clients with significant commercial arbitration cases. She is particularly involved in matters concerning Chile.

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