The dispute resolution team at Hernández & Cía is particularly active in litigation arising from construction, infrastructure, energy, insurance, tax and corporate matters, as well as disputes involving public procurement, concessions and administrative law. The practice is co-led by Javier de Belaunde, Jorge Luis Zubiate, Enrique Johanson and Samuel Abad. De Belaunde acts as arbitrator and litigator in complex disputes; Zubiate's practice spans civil, administrative and constitutional litigation, as well as arbitration proceedings. Johanson regularly represents clients in contentious matters and dispute avoidance strategies; and Abad is a recognised authority on constitutional and administrative law with substantial experience in high-profile public law disputes. Counsel Carlos Gastello is noted for his focus on labour and administrative litigation. Sheilah Vargas departed the firm in January 2026.
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- I think it's a pretty solid team with a lot of experience in procedural matters, and especially with a good success rate, which makes it stand out from the rest of the firms.
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Key clients
- Compañía Cervecera Ambev Perú
- Compañía de Minas Buenaventura
- Banco Internacional del Perú
- Interproperties Perú
- Arenera La Molina
- Lima Expresa
- Fundación Ignacia Rodulfo Vda. de Canévaro
- Agroindustrial Laredo
- Gilat To Home Perú
- Sociedad Agrícola San Agustín
- Pluz Energía Perú
- Cámara Peruana de la Construcción
Work highlights
Represented Interproperties Perú in three major proceedings challenging its ownership of two commercial properties in San Martín de Porres, Lima.
Represented Backus in seven lawsuits against the Peruvian Tax Administration seeking recovery of approximately $1bn.
Represented Pluz Energía Perú in a property recovery and damages claim filed by Compañía Inmobiliaria Agrícola de Lima.
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.
Practice head
Javier de Belaunde; Jorge Luis Zubiate; Enrique Johanson; Samuel Abad
Other key lawyers
Carlos Gastello