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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Peru
What the Team is Known For
RODRIGO is a powerhouse full-service firm with a distinguished practice in litigation, arbitration and white-collar crime disputes. Its deep bench of noted practitioners is frequently sought after to handle civil and commercial litigation, as well as arbitration mandates under ICSID and UNCITRAL procedural rules. Its impressive white-collar department showcases significant expertise in financial crimes and anti-corruption investigations. The firm routinely services important domestic and multinational actors in the mining, banking and finance, and construction sectors.
Strengths
RODRIGO analyses problems calmly, objectively and fairly. The team shows a rigorous attitude and excellent communication skills.
To me, RODRIGO has the best civil, constitutional and criminal litigation practice in Peru. The lawyers are always willing to go the extra mile; they are our business allies.
Notable practitioners
Revered partner Arturo Aza advances into the top band this year due to widespread market acclaim for his strong litigation practice in complex mandates, which include several industries, such as mining, oil and gas, and banking.
Arturo Aza is an expert litigator and very diligent. He is a great strategic mind to have on any dispute.
Arturo Aza is a top lawyer, amongst the very best. He is very thorough, analytical and has an impeccable handle on complicated cases. I have only good things to say about him.
Pre-eminent partner José Leandro Reaño continues to be commended by clients for his market-leading position in Peru's white-collar crime arena, regularly representing clients in the infrastructure and natural resources sectors.
José Leandro Reaño is brilliant; he is an authority in the field, the very best criminal lawyer in the Peruvian market.
José Leandro Reaño is an innate leader who demonstrates a high degree of business acumen.
Outstanding partner José Tam continues to garner extensive praise from commentators for his leading practice in Peru's litigation and arbitration arenas, especially representing clients in the mining field.
José Tam is someone you want on your side. He is a great professional who not only has the knowledge and the experience, but is also a great strategist and knows well which battles are worth fighting.
José Tam is very attentive to his clients' needs. His support is vital to us as he knows how to lead a team well on any dispute that arises, be it litigation, arbitration, national or international.
Established partner Italo Carrano continues to handle notable arbitration proceedings for key clients from a wide variety of sectors, including construction, energy and mining.
Italo Carrano has a great deal of experience in arbitration; it's his strong suit.
Noteworthy partner Fabrizio Castellano continues to elicit solid recognition within the market for his practice in Peru's litigation arena and his commercial advice.
Fabrizio Castellano is our trusted litigator and a key adviser. His experience and holistic approach render him an indispensable ally to us.
José Luis Medina makes his debut in the ranking table this year, owing to solid market support for his active practice in the Peruvian white-collar and criminal compliance space.
José Luis Medina is readily available and swift to respond to complex queries. He is quick to grasp the business side, and he has the experience to help us mitigate potential challenges.
Jorge Luis Alvarado joins the numbered bands this year after being strongly praised by clients for his expertise in handling arbitration proceedings.
Jorge Luis Alvarado is a ferocious cross-examiner, the very best there is. He prepares meticulously and is a fierce opponent. He knows how to be very incisive, yet very courteous at the same time.
Martín Chocano debuts in the rankings as an up-and-coming lawyer this year on the back of solid market endorsement for his arbitration practice.
Martín Chocano is a great lawyer with a brilliant future in arbitration. He is forensic in his assessment of issues.