International Arbitration | Latin America

Debevoise & Plimpton enjoys a prestigious international arbitration practice with an outstanding reputation for handling sophisticated disputes throughout the region, most notably those concerning Argentina, Ecuador and Peru. Its international arbitration outfit caters to a host of prestigious financiers and energy, mining and infrastructure companies investing in the region, assisting with a wide range of high-value contentious matters. The legal team is renowned for its singular expertise in both international commercial arbitration matters and investor-state mandates.

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.

King & Spalding enjoys a premier practice boasting a deep bench of talented international arbitration experts experienced in handling cases involving an array of key Latin American jurisdictions. The legal division offers top-tier advice to leading multinational corporations engaging in commercial arbitration cases resulting from post-M&A issues, construction claims and general contractual disputes. King & Spalding also excels at representing corporate clients in high-stakes investment treaty arbitration cases.

Arnold & Porter possesses an acclaimed disputes practice that is held in high esteem for its ability to navigate complex cross-border Latin American arbitration mandates. The law firm excels at representing governments in consequential investment treaty arbitration cases, as well as defending regional corporations in major ICC disputes. The legal team is deeply knowledgeable of matters concerning the energy and natural resources and infrastructure sectors.

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 long-standing 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.

Chaffetz Lindsey's esteemed international arbitration outfit offers valued expertise in Latin American mandates. The practice group is in high demand among prominent international and regional corporate groups for its knowledge of commercial disputes, especially those arising out of infrastructure and construction claims. Chaffetz Lindsey's lawyers are also sought after by corporate claimants engaging in investment treaty cases.

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.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton possesses a respected international practice with highly valued capabilities in Latin American arbitration. The practice group is best known for its expertise in multi-jurisdictional commercial arbitration concerning disputes in numerous Latin American jurisdictions, including Peru and Mexico. Cleary Gottlieb is also active representing investors in investment treaty arbitration claims.

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.

Cuatrecasas is recognised for its extensive international arbitration practice. The legal division represents notable companies across a range of dispute resolution matters, including both commercial and investment arbitrations. The law firm can boast a strategic presence in various Latin American countries, allowing its local counsels to assist with the resolution of disputes across other jurisdictions in the region.

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.

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.

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. The Republic of Peru is a Baker Botts new client win.

DLA Piper possesses a key international arbitration department that is respected for its prowess in Latin American disputes. It routinely advises companies from the energy and natural resources, infrastructure and agribusiness on their commercial and investor-state arbitration proceedings throughout the region. The international arbitration team benefits from the expertise of the firm's local counsel presence in Argentina, Mexico, Chile and Peru.

Sidley Austin possesses a recognised international practice group with a strong reputation in the Latin American market. The international arbitration department benefits from marked experience representing sovereigns, state-owned enterprises and investors in investment treaty arbitration cases. Sidley Austin also caters to private companies involved in commercial arbitration claims.