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Hernández & Cía.

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Latin America Guide 2026 : Peru

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Hernández & Cía.

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Expertise focuses on planning the cases’ approach and the strategy we follow, as well as in the professional and academic quality of the firm’s lawyers. The firm has extensive experience advising local and international clients, both in local courts and in local and international arbitration proceedings on cross-borders disputes. 

The active participation of firm lawyers in this field includes constant involvement as arbitrators in Arbitration Tribunals, which allows the firm a close knowledge of the matters and people involved on this field.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Peru

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Hernández & Cía. is a notable full-service firm with a strong white-collar crime practice adept at assisting clients with mandates concerning criminal investigations relating to fraud and corruption. The team boasts significant expertise in advising on money laundering investigations, as well as criminal organisation cases. Beyond white-collar expertise, it is also recognised for its dynamic arbitration and civil litigation practices in domestic and international spheres. The department's clientele hails from the mining, agriculture and consumer goods industries.

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Work Highlights

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  • Hernández & Cía. represented Interbank in several civil and commercial disputes, including asset recovery and enforcement, contract and torts disputes, as well as fraud and white-collar defence.

Strengths

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  • Hernández & Cía. stands out for its holistic approach. The litigation team is committed and very experienced, and it seamlessly blends expertise from diverse legal areas to bring bespoke solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña
    Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Seasoned practitioner Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña continues to receive strong endorsement from interviewees for his longstanding presence in Peru's dispute resolution arena.

    • Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña is an institution in the field. He is one of the most reputable lawyers, not only for his knowledge, but also for his high work ethic. He is measured and poised.

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  • Gonzalo del Río Labarthe
    Gonzalo del Río Labarthe

    Gonzalo del Río Labarthe

    Prestigious partner Gonzalo del Río Labarthe ascends to the top band this year, eliciting impressive plaudits by clients for his white-collar crime practice and involvement in landmark cases.

    • Gonzalo del Río Labarthe pursues the cases with total commitment. He has an exceptional knowledge of criminal law.

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    • Gonzalo del Río Labarthe is very swift to respond and highly attuned to his clients' needs.

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  • Carlos Núñez
    Carlos Núñez

    Carlos Núñez

    Respected partner Carlos Núñez continues to be applauded by clients for his strong arbitration practice in Peru.

    • Carlos Núñez demonstrates outstanding commercial acumen and a strong strategic focus. He has a deep understanding of the market and industry trends, enabling him to deliver effective solutions.

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  • Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici
    Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici

    Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici

    Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici continues to garner significant market endorsement for his litigation skills, especially in debt collection proceedings.

    • Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici is our go-to litigator. He is an excellent professional with whom we have full trust.

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  • Enrique Johanson Cervantes
    Enrique Johanson Cervantes

    Enrique Johanson Cervantes

    Enrique Johanson Cervantes graces the rankings for the first time this year in recognition of positive market feedback for his activity in the Peruvian arbitration arena.

    • Enrique Johanson Cervantes demonstrates a remarkable commercial vision. He understands the business context well and anticipates his clients' needs.

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  • Billy Franco
    Billy Franco

    Billy Franco

    Associate-to-watch Billy Franco enjoys significant endorsement from clients for his arbitration expertise.

    • Billy Franco delivers quality results, is very dedicated and has a broad commercial vision. He is a safe pair of hands and a specialist in the field.

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Ranked Individuals at Hernández & Cía. (7)

Peru

  • Profile image of Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

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  • Profile image of Enrique Johanson Cervantes

    Enrique Johanson Cervantes

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

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  • Profile image of Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Javier de Belaunde López de Romaña

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation

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  • Profile image of Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici

    Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation

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  • Profile image of Gonzalo del Río Labarthe

    Gonzalo del Río Labarthe

    Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime

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