Miranda & Amado‘s litigation team is highly regarded in the market, counting household name companies on its client roster. The team is especially adept at handling complex regulatory disputes, with expertise in the mining, power, infrastructure, oil and gas, telecoms and electricity sectors. The practice is jointly headed by Giovanni Priori, whose recent work includes advising Telefónica del Perú on numerous cases, including the reversal of multiple Supreme Court rulings, and Mauricio Raffo, who has more than 25 years of experience as a litigator. Fellow seasoned litigator Santiago Carrillo is another key contact, and in recent team developments, Carlos Glave was promoted to partner in January 2023.
Dispute resolution: Litigation in Peru
Miranda & Amado
Practice head(s):
Giovanni Priori; Mauricio Raffo
Testimonials
‘Great knowledge in handling litigation in arbitration and before the judiciary, always ready to promptly attend to our needs, with great efficiency, clarity and professionalism, especially Giovanni Priori.’
‘It is a mature team with technical knowledge and commitment to the client. They are available at all times.’
‘Giovanni Priori stands out for his excellent handling of both theory and practice, without a doubt he is the one who makes the difference in the team and is the reason why we have the services of his team.’
‘The level of attention is superior to other firms with which we have worked.’
‘Its strong point is the great professional quality, timely, efficient, and clear attention.’
‘The 24/7 availability and an interdisciplinary team that complements each other.’
Key clients
Telefónica del Perú
Gas Natural de Lima y Callao
Minera las Bambas
Minera Antapaccay
Primax
Repsol Group
Castlelake
IBM
Compañía Minera Ares
Work highlights
- Advised Telefónica del Perú on a civil dispute between two major telecoms companies, in which one of its competitors sought to sue the client for damages resulting from a decision made by the telecoms authority.
- Advised Telefónica del Perú on 10 complex cases involving the reversal of multiple Supreme Court rulings and an order for the tax court to comply in administrative proceedings on all tax claims.
- Advised Las Bambas Mining on developing both constitutional and contentious administrative strategies to protect land rights and water use rights.
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
The highly regarded litigation division of Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados‘ dispute resolution team is jointly headed by José Tam
, Arturo Aza and Renzo Carrasco. Tam specialises in civil, commercial and constitutional litigation, while Aza is skilled in handling complex constitutional and public law litigation. Carrasco is experienced in representing high-level executives and companies in complex commercial litigation proceedings. Fabrizio Castellano advises clients on telecoms and mining litigation cases, and associate Mayra Jimenez is experienced in contentious administrative and constitutional proceedings. Renato Gil specialises in litigation proceedings concerning environmental and public law proceedings.
Practice head(s):
José Tam; Arturo Aza; Renzo Carrasco
Other key lawyers:
Fabrizio Castellano; Mayra Jimenez; Renato Gil
Testimonials
‘Estudio Rodrigo can effectively link the needs and realities of our business with the processes and arbitrations that occur within the framework of our activities.’
‘The knowledge of the client, the quality of the answers, and the willingness and constant availability stand out. Arturo Aza has a broad spectrum of experience in all litigious matters. Daniel de la Vega in labour litigation knows how to reach the judiciary and is really convincing.’
‘I appreciate the flexibility of their work and the constant support and availability they give me.’
‘I would highlight Fabrizio Castellano and Bruno Zanolo.’
‘They are the best in procedural legal strategy, they are so incorporated in the processes. What stands out in addition to commitment is the capacity for strategy.’
‘Arturo Aza: we consider that he is a strategic lawyer, committed, very detailed in his work, he also stands out in being able to explain issues that are very legalistic and particular to managers and boards where there are no lawyers.’
Key clients
Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde
Compañía Minera Antamina
Southern Perú Copper Corporation Sucursal del Perú
Luz del Sur
Gases del Norte del Perú
Entel Perú
Minera Chinalco Perú
Anglo American Quellaveco
Minsur
Minera Las Bambas
DLA Piper Perú
DLA Piper Perú‘s dispute resolution team offers clients advice on various contentious matters, including real estate rights, commercial disputes, constitutional cases, contractual litigation and private international law. The team utilises its global network to assist clients in cross-border disputes, with co-heads Guillermo Hesse and Hernán Jordán adept at handling international litigation. Of counsel Javier Abusada, with more than 20 years’ experience as a litigator, is also a key contact for tax, administrative sanctions and telecoms matters. Associates Alejandro Tello and Ricardo Geldres are also names to note for litigation.
Practice head(s):
Guillermo Hesse; Hernán Jordán
Testimonials
‘I have seen a highly prepared team to carry out a case with great strategy. I notice a renewed team with young lawyers but who have the same winning spirit as the firm’s senior lawyers.’
‘Its best experience in this precise field is notorious as to propose a winning strategy and overcome objections by the counterparty.’
‘Guillermo Hesse is outstanding as manager and director of the legal strategy of each case, and in monitoring the different procedural stages.’
Key clients
Corporacion Financiera de Desarrollo
ARSA Capital Investment
Savia Perú
Concesionaria IIRSA Norte
Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 2
Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 3
PERU LNG
Línea Amarilla Brasil Participacoes
Nycander von Massenbach Family
Star Up
Comercio y Servicios de la Selva
Liquidez Perú
Work highlights
- Advised on litigation initiated by a public entity seeking to annul arbitral awards.
- Advised on litigation against a public entity for annulment of a land transport agreement.
- Advised on the enforcement of an arbitral award and debt collections.
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International
The litigation arm of the dispute resolution team at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International is headed by Ana Maria Arrarte and is particularly known for its expertise in constitutional litigation. The practice is experienced in sectors such as energy, telecoms, mining, construction, finance and retail, with the team offering clients assistance on matters including annulments of arbitration awards, civil actions, and defence against compensation claims. Other key contacts for litigation include Yvo Cuba, counsel Roxana Gayoso and senior associate Hugo Alonzo, who supports clients including AZTECA and Lima Expresa on litigation and administrative issues. Javier de Belaunde, Samuel Abad, Enrique Johanson and senior associate Federico de Cárdenas left the firm.
Practice head(s):
Ana Maria Arrarte
Testimonials
‘The prestige and high quality of the partners and associates are recognised nationally in Peru.’
‘The team is highly specialised in different areas of law, with a very good level of knowledge of the different areas and problems that arise in engineering at a legal level.’
‘What sets them apart is the friendliness and personal quality of the partners I have dealt with, prompt attention and responses, with clear and well-defined criteria and positions from the outset.’
Key clients
AFP Integra
Agroindustrial Laredo
Azteca Comunicaciones Perú
Cesel
Cía. Operadora de Gas
Consorcio Nippon Koei Co.
Constructora Valko
Contugas
IBM
IBT LLC Sucursal Perú
INTERSUR CONCESIONES
La Fiduciaria
Leche Gloria
Lima Expresa
L’OREAL Perú
Procter & Gamble Perú
Unilever Andina Perú
Puig Perú
Beautyge Andina
UNIQUE
Kera Cosmética
Natura Cosméticos
BFS Perú
Distribuidora las Poncianas
Ale LImposer
Unibell
Cosmotrade
Perfumerías Unidas
CETCO
Dupree Venta Directa
Olvi Global Company
Starbrands
Metro de Lima Línea 2
Mondelez
Oist
Oracle
Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos
Pluspetrol
PÖYRY INFRA AG
Quimtia
Softys
Telefónica del Perú
Work highlights
- Obtained a favourable decision for client América Móvil Perú issued by the Superior Court, which the Ministry of Transport and Communications has challenged.
- Represented Conalvías Construcciones in more than four judicial processes of annulment of arbitration awards in the Commercial Court of Justice of Lima.
- Advised Agroindustrial Laredo on major judicial cases involving property rights of its agriculture land (more than 1,500 acres).
Garrigues
The well-regarded litigation team at Garrigues is jointly led by Hugo Forno Flórez and Melissa Nuñez Santti. Núñez is particularly experienced in the negotiation and defence of civil and commercial claims, and Forno draws on over three decades of experience to handle civil and contracts matters, and is also active in assisting clients with dispute prevention. Recent work handled by the team includes the annulment of arbitral awards, representing clients in real estate disputes, defending clients against insurance disputes, and assisting clients in contractual and tax disputes. Associates Javier Bueno Zúñiga and Javier Jimeno Goicochea are key names for civil and commercial litigation. Fellow associate Jose Vera Uturunco possesses particular expertise representing telecoms, energy, security and construction clients, while associate Kevin Villanueva Sotomayor is especially experienced in civil litigation.
Practice head(s):
Hugo Forno Flórez; Melissa Núñez Santti
Testimonials
‘All the processes entrusted to Estudio Garrigues, specifically to partner Melissa Núñez, have been won. Entrusting Estudio Garrigues with the defense of a dispute is guaranteed success, due to its commitment to the client, the professionalism and technical skills of its partners and its empathy with its client.’
‘The professional and personal quality of Melissa Núñez and Hugo Forno. Professionals with qualities and skills recognised in the market.’
Key clients
Financiera Confianza
Telefónica del Perú
Viva GyM
Veolia Servicios Perú
Proseguridad
Taxi Beat
Sociedad de Beneficencia del Cusco
Productos Tissue
Agustí y Masoliver
Consorcio Paz y Vida
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
Cosapi
Consorcio JJC-COSAPI
Empresa Regional de Servicio Público de Electricidad del Norte
Vera & Moreno
Consorcio Vera & Moreno
Work highlights
- Represented Sociedad de Beneficencia del Cusco in a process initiated by the Machu Picchu Consortium to obtain the annulment of an arbitral award.
- Defended Financiera Confianza in a judicial claim to recognise ownership of a commercial slogan that was improperly granted by INDECOPI to a third party.
- Defended Telefónica at a critical stage of a debt execution in a civil proceeding filed by construction company Santa Graciela.
Hernández & Cía
The litigation practice at Hernández & Cía was given a significant boost in early 2023 with the arrival of Javier de Belaunde, Samuel Abad, Enrique Johanson and senior associate Federico de Cárdenas from Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International and Sheilah Vargas from Sheilah Vargas - Litigios y Arbitraje. The practice offers clients expertise in areas such as tax, constitutional, administrative, civil and contractual litigation matters, with recent work examples including assisting Equinox International in a judicial process against the tax court and SUNAT. The team is headed by Jorge Luis Zubiate, who has specialist experience acting as a legal advisor to banks, financial services, mining and fishing companies. Associate Sebastián Linares Luna is also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Jorge Luis Zubiate Henrici
Testimonials
‘Hernandez & Cia. is a firm that provides solid legal services in all major practice areas in the country.’
‘They have always provided excellent professional advice. It is a firm that can compete with any large-scale law firm, especially in areas such as tax, customs, corporate, civil-criminal-constitutional, labor, mining, among other service areas.’
Key clients
Universidad Tecnológica Del Perú
Equinox International
Arenera La Molina
Banco Internacional Del Peru
Cineplex
Pavco Wavin
Lima Expresa
Patrimonio En Fideicomiso D.S. 093-2002-Ef Interproperties Peru
Universidad San Ignacio De Loyola
Inmobiliaria Marítima
Work highlights
- Represented Banco Internacional del Peru – Interbank in more than 100 judicial processes in civil and contractual matters.
- Provided legal representation to Universidad Tecnológica del Perú in a constitutional process against SUNAT and the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) before the Constitutional Court.
- Sponsored major real estate and construction company Arenera La Molina.
Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
The litigation team at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados assists both domestic and international clients from a broad range of industries, including telecoms, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, media, oil and gas, and financial services. The team is jointly headed by name partner Fernando Meléndez, experienced litigator and previous in-house adviser Edwin Pezo, and experienced litigator Ericka Angulo. Angulo is particularly adept at litigating cases in the industrial sugar, real estate and insurance sectors. Associates Julissa Yamani and Mateo Salinas lead matters in administrative litigation and constitutional litigation, respectively. In personnel developments, senior associate Claudia Quispe arrived from Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas in March 2022.
Practice head(s):
Fernando Meléndez; Edwin Pezo; Ericka Angulo
Testimonials
‘I am very satisfied with the service they provide. They are very proactive and are interested in knowing the details of the client’s business to provide assertive and efficient advice.’
‘Mauricio Olaya: Very proactive and innovative. Fernando Meléndez: Very professional, direct and efficient. José Ballón: Committed and responsible. Ricardo Herrera: Good counselor and problem solver.’
‘The team led by Fernando Meléndez is one of the best litigation teams in Peru. They have a lot of experience in handling important cases and are capable of navigating complicated situations based on reliable information. A not minor issue is the transparency and correct values that they use when interacting in procedural issues.’
‘The experience and mastery of technical issues of each of the team members makes them stand out from their competitors.’
‘An expeditious team that correctly analysed the client’s problem, using the procedural tools available.’
Key clients
Telefónica del Perú
Nestlé Perú
Mall Plaza Inmobiliaria
Bayer Perú
Desarrollos Terrestres
EXSA
Johnson & Johnson del Perú
Olympic Perú
Grupo La República
Work highlights
- Advised Telefónica del Perú against the tax administration in processes where the highest tax obligation in Peruvian history is discussed.
- Advised a consortium of Peruvian (Intercorp Group) origin on its various multinational companies (retail, banking, educational).
- Advised Desarrollos Terrestres, a telecoms company, on its cases against the Municipality of Lima concerning authorisations to install telecoms stations.
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
The highly regarded dispute resolution team at Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados is jointly headed by Julio César Pérez, who is experienced in litigation, arbitration and constitutional procedural law, and Mario Reggiardo, who is highly experienced in both domestic and international arbitration. Luis Bustamante and Micaela Ortiz – who was promoted to partner in December 2022 – specialise in commercial, civil and administrative litigation, with Bustamante possessing particular expertise in the construction sector. Mayra Bryce is experienced in civil and contractual litigation and was promoted to partner in December 2022, while associates Maria Fernanda Corrochano and Jasmín Alarcón also work on all types of national and international litigation.
Practice head(s):
Julio César Pérez; Mario Reggiardo
Testimonials
‘The PRCP team is very complete, and what distinguishes them is their ability to provide various solutions with a high probability of success.’
‘We have worked with Payet in the arbitration and litigation area and they offer a service with a much higher quality than others. Always available, which is very important due to the time difference, they inform you of legislative updates and their impact on the procedure, they seek better strategies, billing facilities and linked to success.’
‘I would like to mention Cesar Carlín, Luis Bustamante, and Valeria Mas. Very professional, didactic as soon as they explain the nuances of Peruvian legislation, very precise in their writings, willing to listen to other alternatives.’
‘The lawyer who stands out is César Carlin. A methodical lawyer who knows a lot about how civil processes and arbitrations are handled. Without a doubt, he is the best member of the PRCP team.’
Key clients
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Mapfre Perú Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
Grupo Centenario
Scotiabank Perú
Tamshi
Corporación EW
Savia Perú
Intercorp
Río Pativilca
Algeciras Inversiones
Supermercados Peruanos
Inmobiliaria Nazhao
Enel Generación Perú
Nexa Resources
Work highlights
- Advised Banco de Crédito del Perú on three controversies related to the execution of financing contracts under the Public Works for Taxes (Obras por Impuestos) mechanism.
- Advised Mapfre Perú on a class action lawsuit filed by INDECOPI for alleged environmental damage and allegedly representing 707,000 consumers affected by an oil spill.
- Advised Conelsur LT on a judicial process initiated by Luz del Sur, which is requesting the annulment of a resolution issued by OSINERGMIN concerning energy projects.
Benites, Vargas & Ugaz
Benites, Vargas & Ugaz‘s litigation practice is jointly led by Diego Martínez Villacorta and Ricardo Carrillo Garrat, who were both promoted to partner in 2021 and are skilled in arbitration and litigation. The team as a whole assists clients in civil, corporate, commercial, administrative and constitutional litigation, with a variety of sector experience, covering mining, banking, telecoms and infrastructure, among others. Notable clients on the roster include Telefónica del Perú and Banco Santander. Other key practitioners are senior associate Christian Wong, who specialises in commercial and administrative litigation, and Alexander Conde, who joined the firm in April 2022 and specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration.
Practice head(s):
Ricardo Carrillo Garrat
Key clients
Tecno Fast
Erced
Cooperativa San Francisco
AESA
Aqua Expeditions
Hermes
International Parts Service Peru
Tren Urbano de Lima
AFRY PERU
Standard Chartered Bank
Gilat Networks Peru
Banco de Crédito del Peru
BBVA Banco Continental
Banco Interbank
Scotiabank Peru
Kimberly Clark Peru
IBT Group Perú
Telefonica del Peru
Cosapi
Minera del Norte
Ajeper
The Agrarian University La Molina
Menorca Inversiones
Securitas
Banco Santander
Empresa de Generación Eléctrica Machupicchu
Lima Expresa
Minera Lincuna
Universidad Científica del Sur
Work highlights
- Defended Gilat in a proceeding initiated by a consortium which is questioning the validity of the awarded tender to Gilat and is requesting the agreements signed with Gilat be annulled.
- Represented Banco Santander Peru in legal action brought by Herco, requesting nullity of a loan contract and all its guarantees, which amount to $11.5m.
CMS Grau
CMS Grau‘s litigation practice is led by Luis Alberto Linan, who brings 25 years of litigation experience to the team, and Alessandra Cocchella, who has more than 15 years of experience in litigation as well as extensive expertise in constitutional law. Key sectors for the practice include aviation, energy, financial services, mining, telecoms and technology, with prominent clients including Alicorp, Unna Energia and Banco de Crédito del Perú. The team is active in corporate and administrative litigation, as well as civil and constitutional processes. Luis Miguel Manrique Ruesta is recommended for designing strategies for the prevention and resolution of conflicts.
Practice head(s):
Luis Alberto Liñan; Alessandra Cocchella
Testimonials
‘A commitment to the client’s cause and also an always objective point of view to estimate the real chances in each litigation.’
‘Alessandra Cocchella is an impressive litigator, with a lot of character and drive, always with good advice and a deep knowledge of civil law. Luis Alberto Liñán is a good and orderly support. Marco Antonio Ortega Piana: he is a solid and prestigious civil engineer who always gives the best recommendations.’
‘Luis Alberto Liñán is an excellent professional, with very good legal and litigation knowledge.’
Key clients
Shell GNL Perú
Huawei del Perú
Real Plaza
Autopista del Norte
Dercocenter
Alicorp
Unna Energia
Minera Las Bambas
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Compañía Minera Buenaventura
Work highlights
- Advised Shell on the constitutional process of protection against a regulation issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru that affects Shell’s constitutional rights.
- Advised DERCO CENTER on litigation related to the sale and mass distribution of cars, trucks and other vehicles in the automotive sector.
- Advised Huawei del Perú on its negotiations and litigation processes, including against PAE Peru Ingenieria de Servicios, a company that terminated the infrastructure installation and maintenance contract with Huawei.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria‘s litigation practice is jointly led by Ramiro Portocarrero and Sebastián Basombrio, who are both skilled in assisting clients in judicial litigation proceedings. Notable areas of expertise for the department include regulatory, constitutional, civil and commercial litigation. The team has also seen recent growth in tax litigation, a practice which has expanded under the joint leadership of Basombrio, Portocarrero and principal associate Karina Urquizo, who is also recommended for her skill in complex commercial and administrative litigation.
Practice head(s):
Ramiro Portocarrero; Sebastián Basombrío
Testimonials
‘Excellent team that allows us to react adequately to client requirements.’
‘Sebastián Basombrío and Sonia Queija are excellent professionals. I love reviewing the legal writings that Sonia and Sebastián prepare.’
‘The litigation team advising us is one that demonstrates knowledge and experience in the judicial field.’
‘Karina Urquizo leads our judicial processes in a very proactive way and above all with adequate knowledge of the judicial system, advising us in a clear and concise manner on what can happen in the judicial field, be it the pros or cons.’
Key clients
Concesionaria Vial del Perú
Empresa de Generación Eléctrica Machupicchu
BHP Perú
Latam Airlines Perú
Inversiones Centenario
Mondelez Perú
Inversiones Educa
Villa Club
Phoenix Tower International Perú
Empresa Radiodifusora 1160
Huawei del Perú
Work highlights
- Advised ConcesionariaVial del Perú on a constitutional process to obtain an injunction of Law No. 31018.
- Assisted EGEMSA in the defense of an arbitral award, which was upheld by the Commercial Chamber of the Superior Court of Lima and set up a new standard for reasoning in arbitral awards.
Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas
The litigation practice at Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas is overseen by Roger Zavaleta Rodriguez, an experienced litigator with more than 20 years’ experience in the field. The team is able to cover civil, commercial, constitutional and public law litigation, and works with other practices within the firm, such as tax and M&A, to assist its clients. Sector experience includes telecoms, financial services, retail, fishing and construction, among others. Associate Úrsula Piedra is recommended for her work in proceedings before administrative entities and judicial courts, while fellow associate Rodrigo Saldarriaga is noted for assisting in the annulment and enforcement of awards.
Practice head(s):
Roger Zavaleta Rodríguez
Testimonials
‘Very good treatment. Works with a sense of urgency.’
‘They have a lot of experience in the development of administrative and judicial processes. They know how to file a claim according to the corresponding route in order to obtain a good result, trying to optimise times.’
‘Roger Zavaleta stands out for his experience and his accurate recommendations regarding the avenues and petitions to be considered as a dispute in the processes, according to the nature of the dispute.’
Key clients
Entel Perú
Corporación Financiera de Desarrollo
Banco Agropecuario
Tai Loy
Grupo El Comercio
Ummana de Alimentos
Tecnológica de Alimentos
Intipuquio
Grupo El Comercio
Altima Global Special Situations Master Fund
Obras de ingeniería
Work highlights
- Represented Entel Perú in a judicial claim against the Tax Court in a disputed value at more than $80m, in which a favourable decision before the Supreme Court was gained.
- Advised COFIDE in a $7m judicial process, in which the firm was able to annul the first instance sentence that declared the trust contract null and void.
- Advised COFIDE in two constitutional proceedings, in which it requested the nullity of the resolution that declared the award valid.
Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados
The 30-strong litigation team at Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados is co-led by founding partner Fernando Rodriguez Angobaldo and seasoned litigator Jaime Heredia. In a headline mandate, the team is advising Scotiabank Perú on 110 lawsuits relating to civil, commercial and consumer protection issues, while - more broadly - the practice handles matters across a wide range of sectors including regulated areas such as finance, telecoms, healthcare, oil and gas, and mining. It is especially adept at handling controversies in the telecoms infrastructure sector, as showcased by the firm’s recent representation of Telefónica del Peru in an administrative case challenging fines imposed by OSIPTEL. Key support is provided by a strong bench of senior associates, including Joel Campos, Lucero Ramírez Izaguirre and Marco Torres Maldonado. However, partner Adolfo Pinillos left the firm with effect from June 2023.
Practice head(s):
Fernando Rodríguez Angobaldo; Jaime Heredia
Key clients
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Scotiabank Peru
BBVA Banco Continental
Banco de la Nación
Banco Pichincha
Telefónica del Perú
Entel Perú
Andean Telecom Partners
SBA Communications Co.
Rimac Seguros y Reaseguros
Pacífico Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
La Positiva Seguros
Arthur J. Gallager Corredores de Seguros
Clínica Delgado
Repsol Energy Peru
Corporación Primax
Eductrade Sucursal Peru
Grupo GMI
Minera Yanacocha SRL
Corporación Aceros Arequipa
Arte Express & Compañía
Companía Minera Condestable
Work highlights
- Co-counseled Ariana Management Corporation in international arbitration before the Court of Arbitration of the Lima Chamber of Commerce.
- Defended San Agustin in several proceedings as part of a strategy to recover properties taken illegally and to obtain payment of compensation at current market value.
- Represented Cultivos Ecológicos Del Perú in proceedings related to a financing and a trust agreement.
Rubio Leguía Normand
Experienced litigator Bruno Marchese, who has more than 30 years of experience in the field and a particular specialism within the aeronautical sector, leads the dispute resolution team at Rubio Leguía Normand. Experienced consultant partner Fausto Viale aids the team with his expertise in civil and constitutional law, while Giancarlo Celis, who was promoted to partner in October 2023, brings experience as in-house counsel in international companies such as AB InBev. Recent work from the litigation team includes representing La Fiduciaria in a proceeding brought against Corporación Aceros Arequipa involving high levels of compensation, and representing ANDEAN in several judicial proceedings against local governments in Peru.
Practice head(s):
Bruno Marchese
Testimonials
‘The firm provides personalised and specialised attention according to the specific query. The relationship is direct and immediate.’
‘Bruno Marchese: Great professionalism and knowledge in procedural and administrative issues.’
Key clients
American Airlines
Andean Telecom Partners Peru
Anglo American Quellaveco
Cementos Pacasmayo
Confecciones Textimax
Huawei del Peru
La Fiduciaria
Minera Barrick Peru
Minera Chinalco Peru
Minera Yanacocha
Peruvian Tours Agency
Servicio Nacional de Adiestramiento en Trabajo Industrial
Work highlights
- Represented Anglo American’s subsidiary Anglo American Quellaveco in different legal proceedings related to properties it acquired.
- Represented Minera Yanacocha in two proceedings brought against the company and the Ministry of Energy and Mines, through which third parties seek to render null and void resolutions for the Conga Mining Project.
Baxel Consultores
The litigation arm of Baxel Consultores‘ dispute litigation practice complements the firm’s arbitration work; the practice is experienced in both enforcing and annulling arbitration awards, with ongoing work including representing a client in a claim to enforce an arbitration award. Juan Chang Tokushima leads the practice and regularly assists oil and gas clients in litigation, while colleagues Raffo Velasquez Melendez and Mario Drago Alfaro are experienced in civil and commercial litigation and the application of behavioural economics in litigation, respectively.
Practice head(s):
Juan Chang Tokushima
Key clients
Jockey Club del Peru
Sinohydro Corporation Limited
Rímac Seguros y Reaseguros
Inchcape Motors Peru
Empresa de Electricidad del Peru
Vistage Peru
Clinica Internacional
Work highlights
- Represented the Jockey Club of Peru in a process against the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima concerning the execution of arbitration awards.
- Represented Empresa Electricidad del Perú – Electroperu in an award annulment process.
- Represented Inchcape Motors Peru in damage compensation processes.
Dentons Peru
Dentons Peru‘s dispute resolution team is headed by Claudio Cajina, who is experienced in assisting and representing both domestic and international clients, with a specialism in the real estate, manufacturing, healthcare and mining sectors. The practice is also adept at advising clients in the aviation industry on issues involving commercial and administrative litigation. Other key contacts include associates Aura Hurtado, Andrea García and Jose Miguel Cárdenas.
Practice head(s):
Claudio Cajina
Key clients
Backus AB Inbev
Empresa Ariana Operaciones Mineras
Rutas de Lima
Villa Club
Fresenius Medical Care del Perú
Sociedad Agrícola Coscalla
Inversiones San Borja
Aeropuertos Andinos
Demerge Perú
Compañía Minera Condestable
Aeropuertos del Perú
Operaciones Arcos Dorados
Wenco
Grupo Pionero
Plan Vital
Fresenius Medical Care del Perú
Menorca Inversiones
Arteco Inmobiliaria
Tigre Perú Tubos y Conexiones
Omnia Médica
Cumbra Ingeniería
Consorcio GMI
Universidad Continental
Servicios Agrícola Oppenheimer Chile
Smartfit
Tucan Inversiones
Consorcio de Consultores en Ingeniería
Asociados
Vanet
Empresas Armas
Sodalitium Christianae Vitae
Minera
Hexagón Mining
Cuántica Minging
Grupo Amper
Constructora Consvial
Zest Capital
Husqvarna Perú
Estudio Linares Abogados
Boutique firm Estudio Linares Abogados specialises in disputes, with more than 30 years’ experience litigating in Peru’s courts. Key sectors for the firm include chemicals, energy, construction, industrial engineering and hospitality, with recent work including client representation in claims for damages, as well as litigation related to real estate. The team is headed by Daniel Linares Aviléz, who also assists clients with arbitration matters. Associates Héctor Campos García, Edgard Ramírez Ríos and Carla Montes Gonzáles are also key contacts for this area.
Practice head(s):
Daniel Linares Avilez
Testimonials
‘Knowledge and mastery of the practice as well as attention and personalised follow-up.’
‘The support they provide is very good because they are always available to assist us in calls and meetings as many times as necessary. Its strengths are the level of the professionals assigned to us and they keep us informed of the progress of the processes by sharing the status in monthly charts.’
‘Thomas Thorndike has excellent management in corporate matters and ensures that we always assign the most appropriate professional from the firm to the subject we require at each opportunity, supervising the relationship between the firm and our company. Javier Bueno sees the procedural and civil issues and has excellent availability, handling all the issues under his responsibility and speed in his responses.’
Kennedys
The litigation team at insurance specialist Kennedys possesses solid expertise in the area of contentious insurance claims, with recent work including its assistance to RIMAC Seguros in several recovery cases, as well as representing INSUR in a lawsuit filed against Constructora OAS Sucursal del Perú claiming reimbursement of payments as a result of the execution of several surety bonds. The practice is co-led by Marco Rivera Noya and Kodiak Semsch Gutierrez, who focuses on preventive counsel in potentially litigious matters. Associate Carolina Guerra Palomino is recommended for her knowledge of civil liability and commercial issues in high-stakes litigation.
Practice head(s):
Kodiak Semsch Gutiérrez; Marco Rivera Noya
Key clients
CNHI Industrial Capital Argentina
CNHI International
Ironshore Specialty Insurance Company
Wunderman Thompson
Procesadora Sudamericana SRL
Innovación Civil Española
Rimac Seguros y Reaseguros
AmTrust Group
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Pacífico Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
Chubb
La Positiva Seguros y Reaseguros
Interseguro
Mapfre Perú Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
SCOR SE
Work highlights
- Assisted Wunderman Thompson in a $12m legal dispute with the Peruvian government over damages to the Intihuatana Sun Dial at Machu Picchu, which involves a joint analysis of civil, tort and administrative law.
- Represented La Positiva in a dispute with PAPELSA over an alleged accidental fire, in which La Positiva argues that PAPELSA did not comply with policy guarantees.
Miguel Grau Q. Abogados
Miguel Grau Q. Abogados‘ dispute resolution practice is jointly headed by name partner and founder Miguel Grau Q. alongside Augusto Pereyra, who is experienced in civil, commercial, administrative and constitutional matters. The practice’s recent work includes advising an insurance client on various legal proceedings arising from credit insurance contracts, and advising a power company in several administrative litigation processes filed against the Peruvian Water National Authority. Associate Rudy Palomino Mendoza is recommended for her experience in real estate, civil liability, contractual and commercial disputes.
Practice head(s):
Miguel Grau Q; Augusto Pereyra
Key clients
EECOL Electric Perú
Johnson Controls Perú
Sindicato Energético
Anixter Perú
Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus y Johnston
Banco Internacional del Perú
BBVA Banco Continental
Inversiones Nacionales de Turismo
Procter & Gamble Perú
Supermercados Peruanos
Consorcio Tradlex
Compañía Eléctrica El Platanal
Pacifico Entidad Prestadora de Salud
Insur Compañía de Seguros
Cuponium Corporation
Red de Combustibles Líquidos
Sistemas de Administración Hospitalaria
Seguros Confianza
Saint-Gobain Perú
Trizcon
Deutsche Pharma
Laboratorios Bago del Peru
Laboratorios Elifarma
Grupo Inmobiliario Imagina
Explotación Agrícola Curumuy
Open World Mining