Dispute Resolution | Latin America

D'Empaire possesses a highly regarded dispute resolution practice advising a domestic and international clientele from sectors such as banking and finance, food and beverages, and TMT. Their deep bench of noteworthy practitioners provides strong experience in ICSID and UNCITRAL investor-state arbitration proceedings, related to issues such as expropriation. The team is also adept at handling litigation mandates concerning tort law and licensing issues, along with bankruptcy proceedings.

AraqueReyna houses a highly esteemed practice group with noted experience acting across a range of arbitration and litigation proceedings, as well as dealing with mediation procedures. Their skilled team of practitioners assists a diverse client portfolio encompassing sectors such as the automotive industry, healthcare and real estate, as well as food and beverages. The department's expertise spans disputes over currency exchange, consumer protection, contractual agreements and shareholder issues.

Baker McKenzie's acclaimed outfit is frequently called on by a multinational clientele to assist with arbitration and commercial litigation. Their solid bench of practitioners boasts particular expertise in ICSID and UNCITRAL investor-state arbitrations and ICC commercial arbitrations. The department is also well placed to advise on litigation and mediation proceedings. The team handles disputes encompassing expropriation and damages for breach of contract. The firm's client portfolio includes key players from sectors such as agribusiness, pharmaceuticals and the automotive industry.

Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Páez Pumar & Cía's active dispute resolution department handles both civil and commercial litigation and domestic arbitration under ICC rules. The team routinely acts on contentious proceedings related to expropriation, insurance coverage and shareholder agreements, in addition to debt recovery issues. The firm's client portfolio spans sectors including banking, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverages.

Ponte Andrade & Casanova boasts a dynamic dispute resolution department joining the rankings for the first time this year. The firm is frequently found representing notable local and international clients from the banking, technology and pharmaceutical industries in civil and commercial litigation cases. The team routinely acts on contentious proceedings related to insurance coverage, damages claims and shareholder agreements.

Tinoco Travieso Planchart & Núñez benefits from a notable department actively representing clients in a range of proceedings. The team is known to act on a range of contentious administrative procedures, while also offering expertise in litigation related to shareholder agreements and real estate disputes. The department's clients are drawn from a variety of sectors, including manufacturing and food and beverages. The firm also represents individuals in corporate and white-collar crime cases.