Under the leadership of founding partner Isabel Cristina López, who is active in international arbitrations under CeCAP, ICC and ICSID rules, LOVILL is recognised for its expertise in managing domestic and cross-border disputes across various industries. The practice specialises in both commercial and investor-state arbitration, as well as in asset recovery in civil cases and white-collar criminal law matters. Elizabeth Heurtematte acts for multinational companies and family offices in corporate disputes and is active in the mediation and negotiation of disputes. Christopher Glasscock, who was promoted to partner in August 2025, is noted for his experience in international arbitration and in disputes related to a variety of industries, including logistics. Associate Andrés Chanis joined the firm from FACA Abogados in September 2024, and associate Dagoberto Rodríguez joined the firm from Morgan & Morgan in August 2024.
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Key clients
- Urbalia Panama
- Grupo Citelis
- Grupo Caabsa
- Unilever
- Riba Smith
- Torres Mobilephone
- State of Ecuador
- Phoenix International
- Artificial Group
- Omega Engineering
Work highlights
Representing Urbalia Panama in a CeCAP arbitration and in out-of-court negotiations for debts and damages under a public contract related to the administration and operation of a landfill in Panama.
Advising two individuals in a tort case stemming from crimes committed by personnel of an international chain hotel, resulting in an award by a civil judge.
Representing Corporación Azucarera Ecuatoriana in a civil dispute over fraudulent claims under a contract with a Panamanian corporation.
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Practice head
Isabel Cristina López