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Estrella LLC

Dispute Resolution

Latin America Guide 2027 : Puerto Rico


Estrella LLC

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For over 50 years, Estrella LLC has been recognized as one of Puerto Rico’s premier litigation powerhouses. Our experienced attorneys represent clients in complex disputes before both state and federal courts, and in arbitration and administrative forums. We handle a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial disputes, federal litigation, antitrust, consumer affairs, employment, intellectual property, and regulatory matters.

Estrella is a market leader in premises liability, complex commercial disputes, and consumer protection litigation. We represent Fortune 50 retailers, international chains, shopping center operators, and specialty retailers, with extensive experience defending class actions, consumer claims, and regulatory matters.

Our attorneys have decades of experience representing global energy leaders in disputes involving petroleum marketing, distribution rights, intellectual property, contracts, and class actions. We have supported service station networks, terminal operations, infrastructure projects, and multinational energy companies.

We also represent financial institutions, healthcare companies, manufacturers and distributors, telecommunications & technology companies, insurers in complex commercial, regulatory, contractual, and liability disputes.

We are known for high-stakes cases that often shape the legal landscape in Puerto Rico, whether through precedent-setting appellate work or the defense of class actions that impact entire industries.

Clients (29)

  • Puma Energy
  • T-Mobile
  • Simon Property Group
  • Microsoft
  • Teleonce
  • Ticketera
  • Rent-a-Center
  • Chubb Insurance
  • Trafigura
  • Wal-Mart
  • The Home Depot
  • American Airlines
  • COPA Airlines
  • Burlington Coat Factory
  • Chik-fil-A
  • First Medical
  • AIG
  • JC Penney
  • CVS
  • Stewart Title
  • SBA Communications
  • Metro Pavia
  • NCMIC Insurance
  • Fidelity Land Title
  • Site Centers
  • Chevron
  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Sunnova Energy
  • The Financial Oversight and Management Board

Industries (11)

  • Retail
  • Insurance
  • Higher Education
  • Commercial litigation
  • Renewable Energy
  • Health
  • Ticketing
  • Telecommunications
  • Franchising & Distribution
  • Oil & Energy
  • Cybersecurity & Privacy Protection

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Puerto Rico

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Estrella is a full-service firm with an established dispute resolution practice in Puerto Rico, well versed in representing clients across a broad range of contentious matters. The team demonstrates notable expertise in premises liability claims, commercial eviction proceedings, personal injury disputes, class actions and defamation cases. The team is frequently retained by clients from a variety of sectors, including retail, insurance and energy.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Estrella represented Home Depot Puerto Rico in a range of contentious matters involving premises liability, product liability and commercial disputes in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Estrella’s dispute resolution department stands out for the experience and effectiveness of its litigators, with deep knowledge of Puerto Rico’s judicial process and a strong ability to handle complex, high-stakes disputes. They are highly responsive and add significant value through a litigation strategy that is both robust and aligned with clients’ commercial objectives.

    Dispute Resolution respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Alberto Estrella
    Band 2Alberto Estrella

    Alberto Estrella

    Key practitioner Alberto Estrella remains highly active in the Puerto Rican dispute resolution arena. He boasts expertise in defamation, commercial litigation and liability claims.

    • Alberto Estrella is a trusted adviser, delivering excellent service, high-quality advice and round-the-clock availability. He demonstrates a strong understanding of our business, providing timely, practical solutions.

      Dispute Resolution respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Carlos Infante Gutiérrez
    Band 2Carlos Infante Gutiérrez

    Carlos Infante Gutiérrez

    Carlos Infante Gutiérrez continues to receive endorsement from peers and clients alike for his expertise in bankruptcy matters in Puerto Rico.

    • Carlos Infante Gutiérrez has been extremely helpful in the bankruptcy matters entrusted to him.

      Dispute Resolution respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Kenneth Suria
    Band 3Kenneth Suria

    Kenneth Suria

    Kenneth Suria continues to be recognised for his strong performance in Puerto Rico's litigation arena, regularly representing clients in commercial litigation and class action proceedings.

    • Kenneth Suria is a solid dispute resolution lawyer who consistently achieves positive results for us.

      Dispute Resolution respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Luis Morera
    Band 4Luis Morera

    Luis Morera

    Luis Morera makes his first appearance in the rankings following strong market recognition for his notable dispute resolution practice. He is particularly recognised for his experience in liability claims and commercial litigation matters.

    • Luis Morera is a truly knowledgeable lawyer who provides exceptional legal advice to put our company in the best possible position in litigation.

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