International Arbitration - International Counsel
Band 4
What the Team is Known For
Dechamps International Law houses a dynamic team of experts in international arbitration who handle significant mandates arising out of Latin America. The legal team frequently represents sovereigns, multinational companies and private individuals in investment treaty and commercial arbitration proceedings across the region. The law firm's raft of clients is constituted by clients from the life sciences, aviation and energy and natural resources ambits.
Strengths
Dechamps International Law’s combination of technical excellence, strategic vision and dedication truly distinguishes the firm in the industry.
Work Highlights
Dechamps International Law represented MarÃa de la Concepción Felipe Velázquez, Daniel Nava Felipe and Maitte Josefina Nava Felipe in an investment treaty dispute against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela regarding investments in the dairy production and distribution sector.
Notable practitioners
Jean Paul Dechamps actively counsels investors in arbitration proceedings brought against companies and sovereign states throughout Latin America.
Jean Paul Dechamps is a highly experienced and versatile lead counsel who brings innovative ideas and provides excellent client service.
Partner Gustavo Topalian attracts recognition from the market for his expertise in the international arbitration space. He is particularly active in cases relating to Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador.
Gustavo Topalian is a brilliant advocate, exceptional on strategic issues and masterful in all technical matters.
