Noted for offering a 'personalised service to clients', Arias stands out for its litigation experience across a wide range of sectors, with particular expertise in real estate, telecoms and IP disputes. The team also handles national and international arbitration proceedings relating to commercial disputes and international investments, where it acts for multinationals, government bodies and financial institutions. Its strong criminal defence practice is also of note; the team represents clients in criminal investigations and litigation, and advises on anti-money laundering and anti-corruption compliance. The department is led by the highly regarded Mario René Archila, who is praised for his 'dedication to client care'. He is supported by senior associate Luis Fernando Zelada, who has extensive experience in civil, commercial, labour, criminal and constitutional litigation.

Local litigation powerhouse Carrillo & Asociados is noted for its strength in constitutional actions, handling civil rights and public interest litigation and proceedings against government entities. The team also handles administrative and civil litigation, where it is highly active in debt recovery proceedings and shareholders' disputes. Arbitration - especially relating to agency and distribution, energy, telecoms and construction - is another area of expertise. The practice is led by experienced senior partners Alfonso Carrillo, who specialises in rule of law cases; Francisco Chávez; Luis Mazariegos, who has extensive experience in constitutional and administrative litigation; and Rodrigo Callejas, who focuses on asset recovery matters. The strong cohort of associates includes Mynor García and Ricardo Recinos, who focus on civil and constitutional litigation.

Praised for its 'knowledge', 'dedication' and 'skill in handling disputes', Legalsa has expertise in litigation across a range of areas, including civil and administrative, credit recovery, IP, constitutional and criminal matters. The team's key strengths lie in high-profile, 'bet the company' litigation, shareholder disputes, litigation relating to government procurement, tenders and concessions, and white-collar crime. The practice is led by Alejandro Penados, who handles civil, commercial, constitutional and administrative litigation, IP enforcement and unfair competition disputes; Marisol Fión, who has particular expertise in shareholder disputes; and founding partner Henry Comte, who is not currently practising while he serves as an alternative magistrate in the Guatemalan Constitutional Court.

'An experienced team, which can draw on the talents of other members of the firm', QIL+4 ABOGADOS, S.A.'s dispute resolution department has been particularly active in high-profile constitutional litigation relating to the suspension of mining and renewable energy projects in Guatemala. The firm also has a growing arbitration practice, acting on disputes in the energy sector as well as proceedings relating to distribution and software agreements and construction disputes. White-collar crime and debt collection actions are other areas of strength. Senior associate Alejandro Solares, who focuses on domestic and international arbitration and multi-party litigation, leads the practice, while experienced senior partners José Quiñones and Marcos Ibargüen head the firm's litigation committee. The team also includes Gabriela Roca, who specialises in energy and environmental litigation.

'Highly regarded' Central American firm Aguilar Castillo Love has extensive experience in litigation and arbitration, with particular expertise in disputes in the energy sector. Its clients include major domestic power distribution and generation companies. The practice also handles high-profile civil, commercial, constitutional and labour litigation. The team has recently undergone a rapid expansion with the arrival of practice head René Vicente Rodriguez (who joined from Carrillo & Asociados in December 2018) and two new associates, including the arbitration-focused María Lilian Franco. Juan Carlos Castillo-Chacón, who is renowned for his experience in arbitration and energy disputes, is also a key contact.

Consortium Legal is noted for its 'deep knowledge of litigation proceedings' and 'attention to even the smallest details'. The team is highly active in tax litigation, and regularly represents leading national banks and financial institutions in proceedings brought by the tax authorities in the country's highest courts. The practice also covers civil and commercial litigation, including contractual and shareholder disputes, administrative litigation and constitutional actions, for clients including major regional and international corporations. The team is jointly led by tax litigation specialist David Erales and Elías Arriaza, who is praised for his 'dazzling mental clarity and the ability to communicate concepts simply and directly'.

Expanding Central American firm Mayora & Mayora, S.C. is praised by clients for its 'warm manner, close relationships with clients and high-quality service'. The team has experience across the full spectrum of litigation, and is also noted for its expertise in arbitration, particularly in relation to energy, telecoms and foreign investment. Paola Galich, who is recommended for her 'excellent advice and client service', leads the team alongside the highly regarded Rafael Briz, who specialises in arbitration and administrative and labour litigation. Experienced associates in the team include labour and white-collar crime specialist Luis Fernando Méndez, José Ramos and Byron Deulofeu.

EY Law Central America is particularly experienced in handling criminal cases, covering investigations, audits and litigation, with an emphasis on tax fraud and white-collar crime. The team also assists clients in administrative, commercial and IP litigation, and has arbitration experience. The practice is led by Enrique Möller Sánchez, whose clients include companies in the retail, infrastructure and energy sectors, and senior manager Fernando Rosales Gramajo, who has particular expertise in criminal procedural law and tax litigation.

The 'committed' team at A. D. Sosa & Soto handles a range of civil and commercial litigation, including contract enforcement, foreclosure and debt collection procedures. It also has experience in IP (with a particular focus on anti-counterfeiting actions), white-collar crime and constitutional litigation, and national and international arbitration. Juan Sebastián Soto, who specialises in IP disputes, leads the practice alongside Rodolfo Sosa and Carlos Rafael Pellecer.