Stewarts Law LLP
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UK-based disputes boutique Stewarts Law LLP boasts an international arbitration team with strong connections to regional Latin American law firms, allowing it to provide a seamless service to clients. The practice has expanded considerably since 2022, boosted by Alejandro Garcia's arrival, who leads the investment treaty arbitration sector of the practice and has successfully represented claimants in two high-profile cases against Mexico. The team is currently acting for the Chinese conglomerate Joyvio (owned by investment company Legend Holdings) and its Chilean subsidiaries. Associate Rafaella Salerno and Daniel Wilmot regularly support Garcia on Latin America matters. Sherina Petit is the firm’s global head of international arbitration.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They're an excellent team with outstanding experts and hands-on partners who meticulously handle every case. They're highly client-oriented, extremely responsive, and remarkably efficient in both time and cost management. They're exceptional at anticipating their clients' needs and navigating complex legal issues. Their legal expertise and industry knowledge are unparalleled.’
- ‘Alejandro Garcia is undoubtedly among the finest lawyers handling Latin America-related matters. His depth of legal expertise, combined with his nuanced regional insight, is truly unparalleled. He consistently stands out in his field, always staying one step ahead. Having had the privilege of collaborating with Alejandro on a complex international arbitration, I can confidently say it was an honour to have someone of his calibre on the legal team—a true legal genius and a brilliant strategist.’
Key clients
- Mr Terence Highlands
- Shanara Maritime International and Marfield
Work highlights
Representing Mr Terence Highlands, a British national and founder of a shipbuilding company, in a USD multimillion investment treaty arbitration against Mexico concerning the illegal seizure of two state-of-the-art vessels.