
PPO Indacochea acts for a stellar client list drawn from a rull range of sectors (from banking to telecoms to manufacturing) on matters ranging from commercial disputes and antitrust cases to judicial debt collection and probate litigation; out-of-court settlements are another of the team’s strengths. The firm’s arbitration team also enjoys a high success rate in commercial and investment arbitration, including in cross-border disputes. Lindsay Sykes heads both the compliance and international arbitration teams; she has particuarly extensive experience in cross-border dispute resolution. Alejandro Pemintel co-heads the litigation department and his successful disputes practice also encompasses mediation, negotiation and prejudicial reconciliation. At senior associate level, Luz Marina Iriarte is an expert in labour and civil litigation, including individual and collective bargaining processes, labour reorganisations and social security matters; while Marcelo Longaric represents clients in civil, commercial and administrative litigation and has experience in conciliation and arbitration proceedings. Fernando Escobar heads the firm’s appeals and last instance remedies work, representing clients before the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Tribunal. From the associate bench: Juan Pablo Sanchez plays a key role in civil litigation and commercial arbitration, particularly in the IP and data protection areas. Sebastián Alba, Cecilia Jordan, Emiliano Hernández and Leonardo Reyes are also active members of the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'I'd highlight the extensive knowledge and understanding of the legal and business landscape in the country possessed by their litigation team.'
- 'The dedication of their entire litigation team is notable.'
- 'The firm team demonstrates a high level of critical analysis of different situations and extensive experience in resolving corporate disputes.'
- 'Their responsiveness and prompt attention to our needs are truly outstanding. Alejandro Pemintel consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct when providing us with legal advice.'
- 'Highly professional and ethical handling of the legal processes and cases handled by the firm.'
- 'Professional and personal qualities, along with a strong sense of client advocacy: Marcial Fernandez, Cecilia Jordan, Luz Marina Iriarte.'
Key clients
- Huawei Technologies Bolivia
- Meta
- Nestlé
- Shell Bolivia Corporation (Sucursal Bolivia)
- Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria
- Volvo Construction Equipment
- Ole Distribution
- Pharmatech Boliviana
- PedidosYa Servicios
Work highlights
Advised BBVA, the Spanish banking group, on an investment arbitration against Bolivia under the Bolivia-Spain Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), stemming from the Bolivian government’s delayed nationalisation of BBVA Previsión.
Represented Shell Bolivia in significant disputes with state-owned Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB) and related criminal claims against its executives.
Defending DISA in a highly complex legal battle against the Municipal Government of La Paz, which attempted to impose a substantial fine for alleged construction work without municipal approval.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Lindsay Sykes
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Fernando Escobar

Marcelo Longaric
Practice head
Lindsay Sykes; Alejandro Pemintel
