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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

International Arbitration

Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel

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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

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International Arbitration - International Counsel

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What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton enjoys a prestigious international arbitration practice with an outstanding reputation for handling sophisticated disputes throughout the region, most notably those concerning Argentina, Ecuador and Peru. Its international arbitration outfit caters to a host of prestigious financiers and energy, mining and infrastructure companies investing in the region, assisting with a wide range of high-value contentious matters. The legal team is renowned for its singular expertise in both international commercial arbitration matters and investor-state mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton represented Franco-Nevada in an arbitration with the Republic of Panama regarding the Cobre Panama mine, with damages claimed of more than USD5 billion.

Strengths

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton’s Latin America team brings together exceptional talent, leadership and teamwork to provide outstanding legal services and help clients achieve their objectives. The team combines deep local insight with strong regional relationships, giving us great confidence in its ability to handle even the most complex matters.

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton’s many strengths make it an obvious choice for highly complex international commercial and investment disputes. One remarkable strength is the team's combination of unparalleled expertise in international arbitration and first-rate knowledge of public international law.

    International Arbitration respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Dietmar Prager
    Dietmar Prager

    Dietmar Prager

    Dietmar Prager has a great deal of experience acting on major commercial and investment treaty arbitration cases across Argentina, Chile and Peru.

    • In every matter we work on together, Dietmar Prager demonstrates an outstanding ability to craft compelling arguments and an exceptional command of the arbitration proceeding. His strategic insight and calm leadership make him an invaluable asset in high-stakes arbitration.

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  • Mark W Friedman
    Mark W Friedman

    Mark W Friedman

    Mark Friedman is widely recognised for his activity in cross-border investor-state arbitration cases in countries such as Argentina, Chile and Venezuela.

    • Mark Friedman provides excellent client service and has unparalleled oral and written advocacy skills. He is exceptionally persuasive and charismatic.

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  • Laura Sinisterra
    Laura Sinisterra

    Laura Sinisterra

    Partner Laura Sinisterra sits on the board of the ALARB, and is recognised for her focus on international investment and commercial arbitration matters across Latin America.

    • Laura Sinisterra combines intellectual rigour with exceptional advocacy and meticulous preparation. Her cross-examination skills stand out, while her engaging and personable presence builds trust with clients and teams alike; she remains consistently responsive and acutely focused on client needs.

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  • Ina C Popova
    Ina C Popova

    Ina C Popova

    Partner Ina Popova displays solid expertise in the dispute resolution area, advising financial institutions on international investor-state arbitrations.

    • Ina Popova is brilliant, highly strategic and a persuasive advocate. She also excels in cross-examination and client service.

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  • Sol Czerwonko
    Sol Czerwonko

    Sol Czerwonko

    Associate-to-watch Sol Czerwonko demonstrates solid capabilities in the Latin American international arbitration space. She acts for clients in the oil and gas industry, with experience across jurisdictions including Mexico, Peru and Argentina.

    • Sol Czerwonko is the type of senior associate whom one already knows will become a highly successful arbitration partner.

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