The dispute resolution practice at Ferrere is regularly sought out by international clients establishing or managing businesses in Bolivia, across an array of sectors including energy, telecoms, agribusiness and entertainment. The group also stands out for its expertise in disputes involving the Bolivian government. Managing partner Diego Villarroel leads the team, offering a wealth of experience in both litigation and arbitration, with a proven track record in arbitration proceedings against Bolivia and state-owned companies. At senior associate level, Laura Baldomar comfortably handles judicial and out-of-court debt recovery matters.
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- Raquel Molina, a senior associate on the arbitration team, deserves special mention for her work. She has a detailed understanding of the case file, grasps the client's priorities quickly and accurately, and proposes appropriate strategies.
- Ferrere has a young, dynamic, creative, and innovative arbitration team. It's always a pleasure to discuss and develop case strategy with them, as their input reflects a deep understanding of the local market and industry and a great deal of care in covering all strategic angles of the case. They are always responsive and available.
- The professionalism and seriousness with which they handle cases means that we don't need to keep requesting information about the progress, as we receive updated information periodically.
- Accessibility and availability to provide immediate advice.
- The most favorable aspects of this firm are: 1. Professionalism in their work 2. Adherence to the deadlines established by the financial institution 3. Collaboration among the team to achieve better results in debt recovery and collections. 4. Excellent work environment between the firm's team and the in-house lawyers. 5. Excellent use of technology (we maintain a clear and comprehensive email and information flow).
- Efficiency, availability, collaboration, and compliance with the financial institution's requirements. Laura Baldomar: One of the most organized, meticulous, and efficient lawyers. She thoroughly investigates before making any decision, finds solutions in complex cases, and sees details that others overlook. Franco Bocapine: Collaborative, quick, efficient, and above all, possesses a very good analytical mind. Cayetana Vargas: Eager to learn, always trying to absorb as much as possible about judicial debt collection, civil procedure, and how to manage collections more effectively. She always speaks with confidence and inspires trust; she is efficient and knows how to prioritize what is important.
Key clients
- The Walt Disney Company / Buena Vista International / TFCF
- Royal Dutch Shell
- MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
- Uber
- Mercedes Benz Brasil
- ZTE Corporation
- Cargill Bolivia
- Abbot / Pharmatech
- Banco Mercantil Santa Cruz
- Corteva Agrisciences Bolivia
- Diamond V
- Landicorp Group
Work highlights
Represented Pharmatech Bolivia (an Abbott Laboratories subsidiary) in an administrative dispute against a state entity.
Representing Cargill in more than 50 collection, recovery and contractual breach claims arising from agro-industrial commercial transactions with various multinational companies and key producers.
Advised Corteva Agriscience in Bolivia on the management and recovery of contingent receivables arising from agricultural sector commercial transactions, including two high-value collection processes.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Diego Villarroel