Arbitration (International) | Global

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer possesses an outstanding team offering profound insight into the intricacies of multi-jurisdictional arbitration disputes arising in Latin America. The international arbitration team is the first port of call for top-level corporate investors from a range of industry sectors engaging in highly complex investment treaty arbitration cases, especially those concerning Bolivia, Colombia and Venezuela. The top-tier law firm also boasts additional expertise in state representation, as well as commercial arbitration cases originating from post-M&A disputes.

Hogan Lovells benefits from a strong team of practitioners experienced in Latin American arbitration mandates. The practice group acts for an array of prominent companies in complex commercial arbitration matters, in addition to representing investors in investment treaty cases. The legal department is active throughout a wide range of Latin American countries, which include Mexico and Chile.

Latham & Watkins possesses a highly regarded disputes practice with a remarkable track record of advising on Latin American arbitration mandates, particularly those involving Colombia, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. The legal department offers longstanding experience representing prestigious corporations as claimants in investment arbitration disputes against sovereigns. The international arbitration practice group boasts significant expertise assisting private and state-owned companies with a wide range of commercial claims.

White & Case benefits from a dynamic global team with extensive experience acting on sophisticated arbitration matters throughout Latin America. The international arbitration practice group regularly counsels a selection of blue-chip corporations involved in high-profile investor-state arbitration, as well as commercial cases over contractual disputes, construction matters and post-M&A claims. The firm additionally boasts experience in state representation cases, advising on investment treaty disputes.

Prestigious international arbitration practice Wordstone Dispute Resolution has prowess in handling complex and high-value Latin American disputes. The international arbitration practice group is a popular choice among Latin American sovereigns, as well as investors, engaging in high-profile investor-state arbitration throughout the region. The legal department's clients further benefit from its expert advice on handling commercial cases before the ICC, leveraging its experience to assist both state-owned and private companies with major contractual disputes.

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan enjoys a renowned international arbitration practice benefiting from its experience handling matters involving Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico, among other Latin American countries. The team remains a go-to practice group for high-level corporate clients engaging in complex commercial and investor-state disputes. Quinn Emanuel's arbitration practitioners offer distinct expertise in matters pertaining to the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Reed Smith enjoys an admired dispute resolution practice sought after for its Latin American arbitration expertise. The legal team is adept at handling complex commercial arbitration, frequently advising clients on claims arising out of construction and financial disputes across Latin America. Reed Smith is also well versed in representing investors in significant investment treaty arbitration mandates.

Highly respected international arbitration outfit Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom boasts an impressive track record of advising on matters throughout Argentina, Ecuador and Mexico. The law office remains a popular choice for regional and international investors involved in complex commercial and investment treaty arbitration cases in the region. The international arbitration practice group enjoys notable activity in the oil and gas sector.

Three Crowns benefits from a well-regarded international arbitration practice group with recognised Latin American expertise. The firm remains highly active, representing major players from the energy sector, in particular in investor-state disputes, with a growing presence in the commercial arbitration arena. The practice's expertise spans several jurisdictions, including Colombia, Chile, Ecuador and Mexico.

Clifford Chance benefits from a talented disputes practice which is experienced in handling matters across Latin America, with a focus on the Peruvian market. The international arbitration group leverages its knowledge of energy and infrastructure to represent multinational corporate clients in both commercial and investor-state arbitration cases.

Covington & Burling possesses an admired dispute resolution group skilled at handling multi-jurisdictional Latin American arbitration. The legal team acts for an impressive portfolio of corporate clients, especially those hailing from the energy and natural resources and construction sectors. Covington & Burling advises clients on both investor-state and commercial arbitration disputes.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle is recognised for its prowess in the international arbitration arena. The legal team is renowned for its skill in representing governments and state-owned entities in crucial commercial and investment treaty disputes across Latin America. The international arbitration practice group boasts an impressive track record acting for various states in the region, notably Colombia, Panama and Venezuela.

Foley Hoag has an established international arbitration practice with longstanding experience acting on Latin American mandates. The legal team is in high demand among sovereign states and state-owned entities for its ability to handle complex investment treaty and commercial arbitration. The firm also advises private companies on commercial disputes.

Herbert Smith Freehills benefits from a reputed international arbitration practice that is noted for its strength in both the commercial and investor-state arenas. The legal team caters to a client portfolio of household names from the oil and gas and infrastructure sectors in disputes before a variety of arbitral panels. The international arbitration practice group is versed in Latin American matters, especially those involving Argentina, Chile and Ecuador.

Squire Patton Boggs fields an active international arbitration practice that is widely recognised for its activity across several Latin American jurisdictions, including Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia. The team offers expertise in disputes relating to the infrastructure sector, and in handling significant commercial and investment treaty arbitration proceedings.

Vinson & Elkins benefits from a talented disputes practice that earns recognition for its prowess in multi-jurisdictional Latin American arbitration mandates. The legal team offers significant expertise in commercial arbitration, with a growing stature for its representation of corporate entities in investment treaty arbitration. Vinson & Elkins is particularly experienced in handling energy and construction disputes.

Baker Botts fields an active team with significant experience acting in international arbitration proceedings across Latin America. The practice group shows proficiency in both commercial and investment disputes, representing sovereigns and state-owned entities as well as multinational conglomerates. The law firm is particularly active in disputes arising out of Central and South America.