Chambers Review
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Arbitration - Spain
What the Team is Known For
Cuatrecasas is an internationally recognised firm that houses a large team of arbitration lawyers who routinely attract roles as counsel in national and international proceedings. The law firm advises companies on commercial or investment arbitrations relating to energy projects, also handling ICC and domestic arbitration arising from disputed M&A transactions or commercial agreements. The team provides expertise in cross-border disputes spanning Europe, Asia and Latin America.
Strengths
In addition to the individual capabilities of each lawyer, Cuatrecasas' teamwork further enhanced our trust in them.
Cuatrecasas is the leading arbitration firm in Spain.
Cuatrecasas has extensive experience in international arbitration cases and employs lawyers with a deep understanding and expertise in complex legal issues.
Cuatrecasas consistently provided attentive and personalised services.
Cuatrecasas deeply analyse cases, which allows them to find the best defence.
Work Highlights
Cuatrecasas represented Concesionaria Angostura Siguas in an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Peru regarding the breach of a concession contract.
Notable practitioners
Based in Madrid, distinguished lawyer Alfonso Iglesia is highly regarded in the market. His practice covers a broad range of contentious matters, including key commercial arbitration mandates seated in European jurisdictions. Iglesia is also recognised for his particular specialism in the construction sector.
Alfonso Iglesia is technically brilliant.
He is one of the best in Spain.
Alberto Fortún demonstrates particular strength in investment treaty arbitration proceedings. He additionally advises on an array of international arbitrations involving Latin America in the energy and construction sectors.
I would describe Alberto as excellently prepared on a technical level. He is, without a doubt, a great lawyer.
Alberto Fortún is efficient, detail-oriented and precise.
We are extremely satisfied with Alberto's services and have complete confidence in his abilities.
We highly value Alberto for his exceptional performance.
Alberto Fortún's deep understanding of complex legal issues and strategic thinking have consistently exceeded our expectations.
Alfonso Gómez-Acebo boasts prowess in international disputes and enforcement proceedings, regularly handling work spanning Europe and the UAE. He demonstrates particular knowledge in the construction sector.
Alfonso Gómez-Acebo is an extraordinary professional.
Alfonso does a brilliant job.
He offers proximity when solving client problems.
Lucía Montes Saralegu is especially active representing both Spanish and Latin American clients in arbitration proceedings related to the energy, agriculture and construction sectors.
Lucía Montes Saralegui knows what she's talking about and is very helpful.
Lucía has demonstrated the ability to lead a team efficiently.
She does a fantastic job.
Lucía gets things done and is able to see the bigger picture. I would definitely work with her again.
Cristián Conejero Roos in Chile has longstanding experience acting as both counsel and arbitrator in various Latin American disputes. He is knowledgeable of commercial arbitration matters, benefiting from his time as counsel of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris.