Department profile
Uría Menéndez

International Arbitration

Latin America Guide 2026 : International Counsel


Uría Menéndez

Rankings

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International Arbitration - International Counsel

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Uría Menéndez boasts market presence in the Latin American international arbitration space. The legal division routinely acts for clients from various industries, including infrastructure, energy and natural resources and banking and finance on investment and commercial arbitration across Latin America. The department is active in disputes arising in jurisdictions such as Colombia, Cuba, Paraguay and Peru.

Work Highlights

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  • Uría Menéndez represented Telefónica in an investment arbitration under the Peru-Spain BIT related to a dispute involving tax measures imposed by the Republic of Peru.

Strengths

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  • Uría Menéndez's experience and knowledge of both the processes and the strategic aspects of a case is outstanding.

    International Arbitration respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Gabriel Bottini
    Band 1Gabriel Bottini

    Gabriel Bottini

    Gabriel Bottini exhibits a strong handling of Latin American international arbitration disputes. He attracts particular commendation for his practice in investment treaty-related proceedings, and is also active as an arbitrator.

    • Gabriel Bottini's detailed vision of the procedural aspects and his diligence in responding to our requests make him an outstanding lawyer.

      International Arbitration respondentLatin America
  • Band 6Álvaro López de Argumedo
    Band 6Álvaro López de Argumedo

    Álvaro López de Argumedo

    Madrid-based partner Álvaro López de Argumedo receives endorsement from both clients and peers for his expertise in handling international arbitration cases in Latin America.

    • Álvaro López de Argumedo is an excellent lawyer with in-depth knowledge of international arbitration. He has excellent argumentative and negotiating skills.

      International Arbitration respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Uría Menéndez (3)

International Counsel

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