Latin America Guide 2026 : Peru
Ranked Individuals
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PRCP regularly represent foreign and local clients in civil, commercial, corporate, regulatory and enforcement-related disputes, recurrently participating on large-scale “bet-the-company” litigation and arbitration procedures, including some of the most high-profile local corporate and shareholder lawsuits, as well as on leading cases related to business recovery, insolvency, insurance and reinsurance, contract enforcement, civil liability and torts, among other issues.
We specialize in the various stages of Litigation, Arbitration and economic White-Collar Crime processes. Our practice includes the preparation of legal reports for local and foreign clients who require legal opinions regarding the possible criminal implications of their business activities, as well as criminal compliance services focused on the prevention of money laundering, corruption and others.
Our firm is a leading practitioner in the field of ADR, particularly in arbitrations. Additionally, we have represented and guided the most important banks in Peru and the main companies in the mining and industrial sectors. Our firm is a leading practitioner in the field of ADR, particularly in arbitrations.
Our attorneys are committed to providing clients with creative result-oriented counsel and have experience in numerous industries, including banking, energy, financial services, health care, manufacturing, real estate, retail, technology and telecommunications.
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados is an accomplished practice with proven experience in disputes relating to white-collar crime. Its deep bench of strong practitioners is skilled at handling diverse contentious issues, such as construction arbitration, damages claims and matters relating to fraudulent activities. The firm's clientele is often drawn from the banking and finance, energy and telecommunications sectors.
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados advised The Bank of Nova Scotia and Scotiabank Perú on its first ICSID claim against Peru, alleging that its investor rights under the Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement were breached by the Peruvian Constitutional Court regarding the management and ruling of the "El Oro" case.
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados has an excellent team of lawyers for both litigation and arbitration. They bring a good deal of positive energy to the cases.
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados' lawyers take a comprehensive approach. They understand that a business-oriented approach is key to preventing disputes, and they focus their efforts on that.
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Distinguished partner Julio César Pérez continues to be highly regarded for his expertise in Peru's litigation sphere. The Lima-based practitioner is involved in landmark cases and boasts an impressive client roster, including household names in mining, oil and gas and banking.
Julio César Pérez is one of the most strategic litigators in the Peruvian market. He delivers excellence and is very responsive in extremely complex cases.
Julio César Pérez is an authority in litigation. He blends solid legal expertise with a deep understanding of the commercial environment, in a way that not many others do, with innovative strategies.
Dynamic partner Mario Reggiardo continues to be highlighted by clients for his experience assisting with arbitration proceedings.
Mario Reggiardo has vast experience and a solid track record. He knows his clients well and understands their industry. He is an ideal adviser when it comes to complex, thorny issues.
Partner Juan Diego Ugaz eads the firm's white-collar crime practice and comes recommended by clients for his activity in the Peruvian market.
Juan Diego Ugaz is very swift to respond. He is a great criminal lawyer.
Notable partner Jose Guillermo Aguado López receives significant market praise for his experience representing clients in civil and commercial litigation.
Jose Guillermo Aguado López is a good professional. He is competent and I highlight his professional and personal qualities.
Luis Bustamante claims a spot in the numbered bands this year due to significant endorsement from clients for his expertise in Peru's litigation sphere.
Luis Bustamante secured us a strong win in a case of high complexity. He knew how to consider all aspects and angles of the case and was spot on in his approach.
Mayra Bryce joins the numbered bands this edition, thanks to notable praise from interviewees for her active presence in Peru's arbitration arena.
Mayra Bryce is an excellent arbitration lawyer. She is very hands-on, precise and thorough in her advice.
Micaela Ortiz enters the numbered bands this year as she continues to win notable praise from interviewees for her solid arbitration and litigation practice in Peru.
Micaela Ortiz is not only impeccable legally, but also an assertive communicator. She is able to have a deep grasp of highly complex matters and translate them into plain terms and effective advice.
Newly promoted partner César Carlin continues to win praise from clients for his experience handling commercial disputes.
César Carlin is a real pleasure to work with. He knows the subject perfectly and has ample experience in dispute resolution, all the while striving to answer any query swiftly, politely and patiently.
Department co-head Francisco Ugaz debuts in the ranking table as an up-and-coming practitioner, owing to solid market recognition of his activity in the Peruvian white-collar crime arena.
I am more than happy with Francisco Ugaz. Apart from his technical know-how and keen understanding of business dynamics, I value his responsiveness. He is not just a legal adviser, but a true ally.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime
Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime
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Ivan Meini
Renzo Vinelli
César Carlin
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