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Dispute Resolution - Venezuela
What the Team is Known For
D'Empaire possesses a highly regarded dispute resolution practice advising a domestic and international clientele from sectors such as banking and finance, food and beverages, and TMT. Its deep bench of noteworthy practitioners provides strong experience in ICSID and UNCITRAL investor-state arbitration proceedings, related to issues such as expropriation. The team is also adept at handling litigation mandates concerning tort law and licensing issues, along with bankruptcy proceedings.
Strengths
With outstanding knowledge of Venezuelan legal issues, D'Empaire's team is very solid in technical and complex matters.
D'Empaire has a robust and well-prepared team that provides a high level of service.
Notable practitioners
Highly regarded partner José Humberto Frías boasts significant expertise acting as counsel in arbitration proceedings concerning expropriation.
José Humberto Frías shows a very hands-on approach. He is easy to work with, a good team player and provides critical input on Venezuelan law.
José Humberto Frías is an absolute leader in international arbitration cases in Venezuela.
Noteworthy partner Pedro Perera is frequently instructed by companies from the broadcasting and food and beverage industries to handle civil litigation matters.
Pedro Perera delivers impeccable work on highly complex matters.