BLP‘s dispute resolution team attracts praise for its ’versatility and diversity of knowledge’. It has extensive experience in the full range of domestic and cross-border commercial, administrative and criminal litigation, in addition to arbitration. Tapping into the wider firm’s full-service offering, the team particularly stands out for its strengths in labour and social security, IP and environmental crime litigation. Rodolfo Salazar, a sought-after litigator who is skilled in representing both public and private sector clients, especially in the energy and environmental spheres, leads the practice. Director Fernando Zelada, who has a wealth of experience in civil, commercial, labour and administrative litigation, is another name to note. Senior associates Marta Alonzo, an expert in public law, and Julio Luján, who handles both civil and criminal cases, provide key support.
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Testimonials

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  • 'They have a well-rounded team of lawyers who are masters of different topics. This versatility and diversity of knowledge is an advantage for clients due to their specialist and, at the same time, broad coverage.'

Key clients

  • PepsiCo
  • Terminal de Granos del Pacífico
  • TATA
  • Empresa Agrícola El Hato
  • Unicomer
  • Petróleos del Sur
  • Bedrock
  • Chubb
  • Banco Promerica
  • Servicios Portuarios

Work highlights

Advised SBI International Holdings (Solel Boneh) on the process of terminating work contracts with the Ministry of Communications, Infrastructure and Housing of Guatemala.
Successfully represented Promerica in a lawsuit against the Guatemalan Social Security Institute (IGSS) regarding employer and labour contribution calculations.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Leading associates

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

Practice head

Rodolfo Salazar