Department profile
Vouga Abogados

Dispute Resolution

Latin America Guide 2026 : Paraguay


Vouga Abogados

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About

Provided by Vouga Abogados

We are the very leading, and “go to” practice in high level and complex corporate and commercial disputes. Our reputation in this area has developed hand in hand with our market leading corporate practice. This means that we have a depth and broad of knowledge and insight into a vast array of business related legal areas enabling us to efficiently and effectively protect and defend our clients' interests in litigation.

We also have a very strong disputes practice in a very wide spectrum of both domestic and international litigation and ADR, including some of the largest and more complex arbitration disputes.

Our lawyers' international education and experience in cross-cultural environments are particularly suited to serve foreign businesses' interests in Paraguay.

The department has also actively invested time and resources in particular in the organization of internal processes to improve expeditious processing of cases and work flows.

Vouga has sucessfully achieved very important court decisions over the last year. This includes a favorable judgment from the Supreme Court in favor of an international client in one of the largest lawsuits in Paraguay's history in terms of amount claimed. Likewise, we can also point out a recent string of four key favorable decisions in important in different labour lawsuits with high amounts at stake brought against multinational clients, all that in contrast with the low chances employers face before local labour courts.

Industries (6)

  • Pre-litigation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Representation throughout the entire justice system in Paraguay
  • Enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards in Paraguay
  • Legal opinions on the application of both substantive and procedural Paraguayan law
  • Due diligence reports on ongoing litigation and likely areas of contention

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Paraguay

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Vouga Abogados has an acclaimed conflict resolution practice representing corporate clients in commercial and administrative litigation and arbitration. The department is frequently sought out to advise on credit recovery and breach of contract disputes, as well as conflicts arising in the tax and labour arenas. Vouga Abogados' expertise spans both local and cross-border matters, including arbitration proceedings.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Vouga Abogados represented Alcogreen in a contentious-administrative lawsuit concerning the application of fiscal benefits in Paraguay.

Strengths

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  • Vouga Abogados is a top-notch firm that offers a comprehensive service to international clients.

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  • Vouga Abogados' lawyers show strong technical acumen and great empathy in their approach to cases.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Mirtha Dos Santos
    Band 1Mirtha Dos Santos

    Mirtha Dos Santos

    Distinguished partner Mirtha Dos Santos has an established reputation in dispute resolution for handling a wide range of complex mandates in Paraguay.
    • Mirtha Dos Santos has a good command of civil and common law. She has a keen eye for detail and is excellent at explaining things.

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    • Mirtha Dos Santos has what it takes to act in complex cases, offering a holistic approach.

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  • Associates to watchSilvia Benitez
    Associates to watchSilvia Benitez

    Silvia Benitez

    Associate-to-watch Silvia Benitez continues receiving positive market feedback for her expertise in administrative and civil litigation in Paraguay.

    • Silvia Benitez is a pleasure to work with. She is very committed, supportive and

      empathetic.

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Ranked Individuals at Vouga Abogados (2)

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