Identified as ‘a great choice in the market’ with a ’highly sophisticated and detail-oriented team’, Bufete Asali operates a highly capable arbitration practice that advises and represents clients across a diverse range of sectors and enjoys a notably strong presence in telecoms, energy and real estate, among other sectors. The team, composed of a seasoned bench of arbitral practitioners, bringsdeep understanding of both domestic and international arbitration frameworks to an arbitration caseload involving infrastructure projects, contractual breaches and regulatory matters. Jorge Asali is sought after as a counsel for commercial arbitrations and has experience acting as both an expert witness and as sole arbitrator in complex disputes. Promoted to partner in July 2025, Santiago Escobar is already a skilled arbitrator with recent success in securing a $140m award in a bet-the-company arbitration for Terminales Portuarias del Pacifico. Escobar co-led this matter with Luis Asali (an ‘icon of an advisor’), whose lengthy and multifaceted experience makes him a key leader in the practice and wider market. Omar Colomé is very active in arbitral tribunals under ICC, LCIA and CANACO rules and is currently representing a telecoms infrastructure company in damages-claim arbitration against three leading companies in the sector. Robust support is provided by Rodrigo Macin, a senior associate with ample experience, having participated in over 50 high-level international arbitrations across various sectors and jurisdictions.
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Testimonials
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‘It's a highly sophisticated and detail-oriented team with extensive expertise in both litigation and arbitration, making it a great choice in the market.'
‘Extensive experience in sophisticated and complex cases that is rarely seen in the market.’
‘Luis Asali has vast knowledge, experience, and strategic thinking. He is an icon of an advisor that companies need, especially in adverse situations or complex disputes. Juan Pablo Rodriguez is a lawyer with extensive knowledge and an outstanding ability to respond quickly and master the matters entrusted to him. He always provides high-level service and cares about his clients.'
‘A very mature and experienced team. They quickly understand the problem and offer effective solutions with high guarantees. They are exceptional from a technical perspective. They are the best litigators in Latin America, and much better compared to other firms.'
‘Bufete Asali provides high-quality services and has a highly trained team that can resolve highly complex legal issues.'
‘Jorge Asali is a highly skilled attorney who provide top-quality services. His strong points include resolving highly complex legal issues, constant communication with their clients, and the dedication invested in each of his cases.’
'Rodrigo Macin is an exceptional lawyer whose combination of deep knowledge, strategic focus, and meticulous attention distinguishes him within the Bufete Asali team.'
'The team at Asali is both very knowledgeable about the law and very commercial at the same time. They really understand the needs of the business in dealing with disputes, are prepared to dig into the technical details of issues and offer value for money in doing so.'
'Jorge Asali and Santiago Escobar are exceptional. They are a pleasure to deal with while at the same time driving forward with a considered strategy and bringing about the best outcome for the business.'
- 'Asali positions itself as a cutting-edge firm, always ready to understand the client's position and improve internal perspectives with useful advice. Highly capable of understanding and analysing complex industry and regulatory issues, it allows clients to obtain detailed advice and the implementation of measures and proposals. Asali goes further and provides coverage for the risks to which clients are exposed.'
Key clients
- Spica Telecom
- Nordex Energy Mexico
- Terminales Portuarias del Pacífico
- BBVA México
- Inetum
- Grupo Gicsa
- Banco Actinver
- Sukarne
- Omega Construcciones Industriales
- Vemo
- BID Group
- Aldesa
- Diageo
- Liberty Networks
- Nordex Spain
Work highlights
Represented Terminales Portuarias del Pacífico in arbitration (under LCIA Rules) against Mexico’s Comisión Federal de Electricidad and concerning the breach of a take-or-pay clause inserted in a coal transportation contract involving Mexico’s largest thermoelectric plant.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Luis Asali; Jorge Asali; Santiago Escobar; Omar Colome
Other key lawyers
Rodrigo Macin; Juan Pablo Rodríguez