Aguilar Castillo Love is particularly distinguished by its prowess in multi-jurisdictional disputes, representing major multinationals from the pharmaceuticals, tech, logistics, food and beverages sectors, to name but a few. International arbitration (including both investor-state and commercial cases) is one of the team’s greatest strengths, although it is also noted for its skill in cross-border civil litigation. Another central pillar of the practice is white-collar crime litigation; the team frequently acts for prominent corporations, politicians and businesspeople in high-profile fraud and corruption cases. Esteban Agüero Guier, who enjoys a strong reputation for international investment arbitration, leads the arbitration and civil litigation side of the practice, supported by dual-qualified associate Eduardo Méndez, who joined in March 2024 from Chaffetz Lindsey LLP in New York. The highly experienced Rodolfo Brenes Vargas takes the lead in criminal litigation and anti-corruption investigations, alongside associate Sergio Herra Rodríguez, a key name for white-collar crime cases.
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Key clients
- Richard Baldwin
- Minority shareholder of Moxson Limited Partnership
- Synthes (Johnson & Johnson Medtech)
- Evergreen Sustainable
- BaumInvest AG
- Dilimport Honduras
- Fidelity National Financial
- Luxury Development
- PG Properties
- Corteva Agriscience
- Hydro China
- Higer Bus
Work highlights
Represented the minority shareholder of Moxson Limited Partnership in civil and criminal proceedings arising from a shareholder dispute and alleged fraudulent property transactions, which concluded with an advantageous settlement for the client.
Successfully defended Synthes against civil claim for up to $6m brought by Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS).
Represented Dilimport Honduras in an international arbitration, governed by Costa Rican law and seated in Costa Rica.
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Practice head
Esteban Agüero Guier; Rodolfo Brenes Vargas