Winston & Strawn LLP

Winston & Strawn LLP continues to increase its presence in Latin American arbitration markets. The firm demonstrates particular expertise in energy-related disputes, exemplified by its representation of a Canadian mining company in an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Panama. This matter adds to a substantial portfolio of work involving Panamanian industries, complementing the team's broader experience across other jurisdictions, including Mexico. Michael Stepek (London), chair of the international arbitration practice, focuses on disputes involving the control of entities and FDI. Chicago-based Ricardo Ugarte, fluent in both Spanish and English, has served as lead counsel on numerous international commercial arbitrations and possesses deep expertise in Panama-related matters. New York-based Marcelo Blackburn also brings Spanish-language capabilities, while Matthew Bate in London contributes to the firm's most significant infrastructure, energy, and mining disputes.