Boasting a robust full-service structure, DLA Piper Perú's arbitration practice is skilled at representing both domestic and international companies in various industries such as the energy, construction, telecoms, mining and agribusiness sectors. The team is equipped to represent clients in arbitrations involving breach of contract, disputes over contract execution and shareholder exclusion cases.Carlos Núñez co-directs the arbitration practice and frequently handles arbitration cases in the construction sector with a strong focus on disputes involving the state. Hernán Jordán also co-leads and specialises in handling cases in the energy, mining and financial sectors. The partners are supported by principal associate Billy Franco, who has extensive experience in handling construction-related cases; and senior Silvia Otárola, who specialises in domestic and international commercial arbitration and public procurement.
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Testimonials
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- 'Professionalism and detail in their analysis'.
- 'Excellent team, attentive and focused on detail. a lot of legal knowledge and experience in the matters entrusted.'
- 'The team led by Hernán Jordán is very attentive to the cases it takes on, knows how to surround itself with experts in the areas in which the controversies develop and, therefore, is a reliable firm with excellent results.'
- 'They are professionals with great knowledge of law and they know how to listen and research to gain an advantage over their counterparts. An outstanding partner is Hernán Jordán.'
Key clients
- Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios
- Tecnitanques Ingenieros Sucursal del Perú
- China Road and Bridge Corporation
- Netafim Peru
- ATC Sitios del Peru (American Tower)
- Dole Chile
- Consorcio Hospitalario OHL
- Andispana Consultores
- Consorcio DVC – Saceem
- Minera Chinalco Perú
- Consorcio Túnel Callao
- Empresa de Transformación Agraria – Sucursal del Perú
- Consorcio Nuevo Olmos
- Concesionaria IIRSA Norte (Odebrecht Group)
- Consorcio Constructor MUNA
- Obrascon Huarte Lain Sucursal del Peru
- Fimer
- Consorcio Metropolitano Norte
- Vitaltec
- CBL Insurance Limited in Liquidation
Work highlights
Represented Concesionaria IIRSA Norte in arbitration, aiming to secure the recognition of the Yurimaguas earthquake as a 'catastrophic event'.
Acted as legal counsel for the Hanada Angulo family in commercial arbitration against Mountain Lodges del Perú (MLP), a major player in Cusco's tourism and hospitality industry.
Represented Fimer in commercial arbitration initiated by Enel Green Power Peru concerning Fimer’s supply of critical services and equipment for Enel’s solar energy plant in Moquegua.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Carlos Núñez; Hernán Jordán
Other key lawyers
Billy Franco; Silvia Otárola