LAWYER PROFILE
José Humberto Frías

José Humberto Frías

Latin America 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Career

José Humberto Frías represents clients in arbitral proceedings, both domestic and international, and of investment and commercial disputes. He also specialises in antitrust, regulatory and public law. He has participated in many of the most significant competition/antitrust cases in Venezuela and has represented international and Venezuelan clients in arbitrations in several arbitral institutions, including the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Before joining D’Empaire, he worked with the Venezuelan antitrust authority. José Humberto worked as a foreign associate at the New York office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in 2001. José Humberto received his law degree from Andrés Bello Catholic University in 1993 and received an LLM from McGill University, Montreal in 2000.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Latin America

Dispute Resolution - Venezuela

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Highly regarded partner José Humberto Frías boasts significant expertise acting as counsel in arbitration proceedings concerning expropriation.

Public Law - Venezuela

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Notable partner José Humberto Frías is recognised by market observers for his activity on significant mandates. His expertise encompasses mandates relating to various heavily regulated industries, including oil and gas and TMT.

Strengths

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  • José Humberto Frías shows a very hands-on approach. He is easy to work with, a good team player and provides critical input on Venezuelan law.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Latin America
  • José Humberto Frías is an absolute leader in international arbitration cases in Venezuela.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Latin America
  • José Humberto Frías's skill and specialised knowledge allow him to successfully face challenging situations and to provide precise and well-founded solutions.

    Public LawChambers Latin America

Ranked Individuals at D'Empaire (17)

Venezuela

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