The powerhouse dispute resolution group at Arias remains a market leader, leveraging its regional strength to provide a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations and financial institutions involved in high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes. With a client base spanning such sectors as manufacturing, agri-business, transport, mining and retail, the team assists clients with alternative dispute resolution, out-of-court settlements and complex litigation across the constitutional, commercial, corporate, criminal, labour, real estate and tax areas. The practice is headed by veteran trial lawyer Róger Pérez, with key support provided by associate Octavio Alarcón, who has represented local investors in national arbitration and overseas companies in mediation with construction unions.
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Testimonials
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‘Extensive knowledge of the judicial processes in Nicaragua. 100% diligence.'
‘Octavio Alarcón is always prepared, with extensive knowledge of all the processes in which we have been successfully advised.'
'A very committed team with a great work ethic.'
'The firm is ethical, professional and always available.'
'Efficient lawyers with knowledge of diverse branches of law.'
'Good communication skills, proactive and practical in resolving queries and conflicts.'
Key clients
- E Chamorro Industrial
- Cafe Soluble
- La India Inversiones
Work highlights
Representing La India Inversiones in a lawsuit concerning breaches of contract related to various real estate properties located in the buffer zone of a mining project.
Representing Cafe Soluble in a trademark opposition case on the basis of unfair competition.
Acting for E Chamorro Industrial in mediation proceedings relating to the recovery of property rights.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Octavio Alarcón
Practice head
Róger Pérez