Department profile
Facio & Cañas

Dispute Resolution

Latin America Guide 2027 : Costa Rica


Facio & Cañas

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Dispute Resolution is one of our strongest practices. The department is best known for successfully litigating in complex cases related to the recovery of damages. It consists of a first class professional team, specialized in litigating criminal, civil, administrative, commercial and intellectual property law matters, both at a judicial and arbitration level.  

Specifically about arbitration, our team has represented clients in different types of arbitration (e.g., infrastructure companies, the operator of the San Jose International Airport, purchasers and sellers, insurers, lenders and trustees, inter alia), both under the local Arbitration Act and foreign arbitration rules.  A significant number of arbitration proceedings in our recorded history figure among the most important in terms of the amount of the dispute and the awards eventually granted to our clients.

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Dispute Resolution - Costa Rica

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Facio & Cañas is an established law firm with a well-regarded dispute resolution offering. The legal team is well versed in civil and commercial litigation, and has noted experience handling insolvency, injunction and breach of contract cases. The department handles matters for a range of Costa Rican and international clients, and has a strong base in the automobile and aviation industries. Facio & Cañas is also well reputed for its strength in arbitration and white-collar crime.

Work Highlights

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  • Facio & Cañas advised DEL MONTE on a damages lawsuit regarding a genetically modified pink pineapple.

Strengths

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  • Facio & Cañas has a well-balanced team with extensive knowledge not only of the law, but also of government entities and how to build and maintain productive working relationships with them.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Roberto Leiva
    Band 1Roberto Leiva

    Roberto Leiva

    Market commentators value Roberto Leiva's capabilities as an arbitrator in Costa Rica. With his noted expertise in commercial arbitration proceedings, his experience as both counsel and arbitrator adds value for clients.

    • Roberto Leiva is an excellent arbitrator, with a strong presence and a highly professional demeanour.

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  • Band 2Federico Torrealba
    Band 2Federico Torrealba

    Federico Torrealba

    Well-known head of department Federico Torrealba has solid expertise advising on dispute resolution mandates such as civil lawsuits and commercial arbitrations in Costa Rica.

    • Federico Torrealba is one of the most intellectually gifted individuals I know, and his knowledge of legal matters is exceptional.

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  • Band 4Gianna Cersosimo
    Band 4Gianna Cersosimo

    Gianna Cersosimo

    Partner Gianna Cersosimo comes highly recommended by clients and market commentators alike for her experience in the Costa Rican dispute resolution area. She is well versed in handling commercial litigation and arbitration, with further activity in criminal proceedings.

    • Gianna Cersosimo is a valuable strategic ally in our actions; her vision and expertise inspire confidence and ensure we feel well supported from a professional perspective.

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