Miranda & Amado remains at the forefront of the market for litigation and continues to advise on high-value and complex cases, both at the domestic and international level. The firm has demonstrable expertise in regulatory disputes in the telecoms, infrastructure and mining sectors, and is also active in electricity-related disputes. Seasoned litigator Giovanni Priori leads the practice alongside Santiago Carrillo, who frequently assists major clients in contentious administrative and commercial proceedings. Mauricio Raffo’s key strengths include competition and regulatory-related disputes, while Carlos Glave concentrates on civil and constitutional proceedings. At the associate level, Rodrigo Molina is experienced in defending companies in public law controversies, and Roberto Perez-Prieto focuses on judicial litigation in civil disputes.
Dispute resolution: Litigation in Peru
Miranda & Amado
Responsables de la pratique:
Giovanni Priori; Santiago Carrillo
Les références
‘The litigation team at Estudio Miranda & Amado has great professional quality, with great knowledge of the legal framework, as well as the functioning of the courts in our country. It differs from other firms in its personalised, direct and fast attention, providing clear solutions with very good results.’
‘The legal team, especially Giovanni Priori, is professional, personal and ethical. These professionals are permanently available to meet our needs, providing quick, clear responses with great efficiency and quality.’
‘Mauricio Raffo is very client oriented.’
Principaux clients
Telefónica del Perú
Gas Natural de Lima y Callao (CÁLIDDA)
Minera las Bambas
Castlelake
Compañia Minera Antappacay
Repsol Group
Compañia Minera Ares
IBM del Perú
Primax
Deutsche Bank
Perupetro
Principaux dossiers
- Overseeing ten cases for Telefónica del Perú aimed at reversing five rulings issued by the Supreme Court of Justice and ordering the Tax Court to comply with its duty to rule in administrative proceedings on all claims raised by the client against the imposition of taxes by SUNAT.
- Representing Gas Natural de Lima y Callo in an administrative sanctioning proceeding initiated by the State for the alleged breach of an Investment Plan for the 2014-2018 period.
- Representing Las Bambas Mining Company in a controversy relating to members of farming communities concerning water use licenses and property rights.
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados has a first-rate reputation in litigation, and advises on the full spectrum of disputes, including commercial, civil and constitutional matters. The leadership trio comprises industry veteran and renowned litigator José Tam; Arturo Aza, who concentrates on complex constitutional and public law litigation; and Renzo Carrasco, who is well versed in commercial litigation, often representing high-level executives and corporations. Fabrizio Castellano’s scope of expertise includes representing clients in mining and telecoms-related litigation, while Jorge Alvarado handles commercial cases. Associates Mayra Jimenez and Renato Gil are notable members of the group. Jimenez covers civil disputes between foreign companies and Peruvian state entities, and Gil specialises in environmental disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Tam; Arturo Aza; Renzo Carrasco
Les références
‘The litigation area is one of the strongest and most recognised in the market, its lawyers are very efficient in the strategies of the processes they carry out, and they are always anticipating situations to prevent us from being surprised.’
‘Good analysis and advice. They are very detailed.’
‘A procedural team with a lot of experience, especially in constitutional and administrative litigation matters (more closely linked to the mining sector).’
Principaux clients
Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde
Compañía Minera Antamina
Southern Perú Copper Corporation Sucursal del Perú
Luz del Sur
Gases del Norte del Perú
Entel Perú
Cencosud Perú Shopping
Anglo American Quellaveco
Gas Natural de Lima y Callao
Minera Las Bambas
DLA Piper Perú
The talented litigation team at DLA Piper Perú leverages its global network of offices to advise domestic and international clients on real estate, commercial, insurance and construction disputes. The offering is jointly led by Guillermo Hesse, an experienced civil and commercial litigator, and Hernán Jordán, who is skilled in disputes in the hydrocarbons, energy and retail sectors. Principal associate Javier Abusada is reputed for his expertise in administrative litigation, and handles various administrative, telecoms and tax cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Guillermo Hesse; Hernán Jordán
Les références
‘A team which possesses experience, weight and diversity.’
‘Guillermo Hesse has a holistic vision that allows him to identify the greatest number of variables that will affect the decision process. He is empathetic and his experience allows him to choose the right moments and fight the right battles in search of productivity.’
Principaux clients
Corporacion Financiera de Desarrollo
ARSA Capital Investment
Savia Perú
Concesionaria IIRSA Norte
Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 2
Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 3
PERU LNG S.R.L.
Línea Amarilla Brasil Participacoes
Nycander von Massenbach Family
Star Up
Comercio y Servicios de la Selva
Liquidez Perú
Consorcio Huachipa
Interoil Exploration and Production ASA
Club Terrazas Miraflores
TX Commodities B.V.
Ipesa Hydro
Ulog Soluciones Logísticas Integrales
Natclar
Paz Centenario
Principaux dossiers
- Represented COFIDE in a complex civil and administrative trial case.
- Represented HP Inc., Peru in a significant indemnification trial.
- Providing expert legal counsel to American Tower and its subsidiary ATC Sitios del Peru in relation to a contentious administrative proceeding.
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International
At Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International, the litigation department has experience across the gamut of bankruptcy, civil, commercial and constitutional law disputes. Advising corporations and state-owned entities on cases in the finance, telecoms and energy sectors, the group is under the leadership of Ana Maria Arrarte, who is reputed for her experience in highly complex cross-border cases in the infrastructure and investment fields. Local and foreign corporations turn to Yvo Cuba for assistance in proceedings concerning real estate and corporate law, while counsel Roxana Gayoso concentrates on cases involving civil responsibility and government contracts. Senior associate Hugo Alonzo is noted for his work in administrative procedures.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ana Maria Arrarte
Les références
‘A team with a lot of dedication and solid knowledge.’
‘They get involved in detail and seek to understand the business to provide competitive solutions.’
‘The team is distributed by sub-specialties, such as: collections, arbitrations, administrative litigation actions; consultancy. The above allows us to have a specialised team distributed according to the type of process/complexity.’
Principaux clients
CORFID – Corporación Fiduciaria
ESSITY
Intcomex
Innova Ambiental
Jeumont
Mitsubishi
Securitas
Schneider Electric
TMF Group
Corporación Atria
Kallpa Generación
Tren Urbano de Lima (Línea 1 del Metro de Lima)
AFP Integra
Agroindustrial Laredo
Azteca Comunicaciones Perú
Cesel S.A.
Transportadora de Gas del Perú (TGP)
Consorcio Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.
Constructora Valko
Contugas
IBM
IBT LLC Sucursal Perú
INTERSUR CONCESIONES
La Fiduciaria
Leche Gloria
Lima Expresa S.A.C.
L’OREAL Perú
Procter & Gamble Perú
Unilever Andina Perú
Puig Perú
Beautyge Andina
UNIQUE
Kera Cosmética
Natura Cosmético
BFS Perú
Distribuidora las Poncianas
Ale LImposer
Unibell
Cosmotrade
Perfumerías Unidas
CETCO
Dupree Venta Directa
Olvi Global Company
Starbrands
Metro de Lima Línea 2
Mondelez
Oist
Oracle
Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos
Pluspetrol
PÖYRY INFRA AG
Quimtia
Softys
Telefónica del Perú
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Gilat to Home Peru in two arbitral awards resulting from two arbitration procedures against the Ministry of Transport and Communications, and Peru’s National Telecommunications Programme.
- Representing Ortiz in a dispute regarding the execution of a project to construct the 220kV Tintaya-Socabaya Transmission Line.
- Representing America Móvil del Perú in a case which assesses the reasonableness of the methodology used by the Peruvian Ministry of Transport and Communications to charge mobile phone companies for the use of the radio-electric spectrum.
Garrigues
Garrigues offers a full-service litigation practice, advising on administrative, commercial, real estate and constitutional disputes. Engaged by clients from the electricity, education and sports industries, the department is co-led by seasoned litigator Hugo Forno Flórez, who covers contractual cases and dispute prevention, and Melissa Nuñez Santti, whose broad portfolio of work includes civil and construction-related litigation. Principal associates Javier Bueno Zúñiga and Javier Jimeno Goicochea are well-regarded team members: Bueno defends clients against government entities in cases relating to the imposition of fines and sanctions, and Jimeno covers infrastructure-related proceedings. At the associate level, Jose Vera Uturunco represents telecoms and security company clients, and Kevin Villanueva is active in commercial and insurance cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Hugo Forno Flórez; Melissa Núñez Santti
Les références
‘I consider that the team possesses solid knowledge in the field, and they also know how to exactly identify the interests and objectives of the client.’
‘The plus that makes the firm’s lawyers stand out is that they are not complacent with the legal strategies to apply in each case; That is to say, although they have the legal basis or strategy that any recognised lawyer or law firm with great experience and professional experience would provide, they always seek to contribute with some innovative strategy within the legal scope or framework, based on national regulations or jurisprudence, and international.’
‘We recommend Melissa Núñez Santi, Hugo Forno Flórez and Kevin Villanueva Sotomayor.’
Principaux clients
Fondo de Inversión en Rentas de Bienes Inmuebles Sura Asset Management II
Productos Roche QF
Universidad Científica del Sur
Inmobiliaria Lomas de Oquendo
Media Networks Latin America
Universidad Tecnológica del Perú
Minera Bateas
EDP Ingeniería y Construcción
Polysistemas Corpo
Telefónica del Perú
Viva GyM
Veolia Servicios Perú
Proseguridad
Cosapi
Productos Tissue del Perú
Agustí y Masoliver
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Empresa Regional de Servicio Público de Electricidad del Norte
VM Consultores de Ingeniería
JJC Contratistas Generales
Corporación Fiduciaria (CORFID)
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Firbi in a complete legal strategy that involves an eviction, the enforcement of a contract, and a claim for damages.
- Defending Telefonica in a case regarding the violation of the constitutional right of due process, through the application of a non-ordinary remedy referred to as the ‘restrain of unconstitutional homogeneous acts’.
- Representing BCP in a process in which the claimant has requested the declaration of nullity of multiple withdrawals from a bank account, carried out by an agent of the owner of the bank account.
Hernández & Cía
Renowned for its expertise in high-profile and complex litigation cases, the team at Hernández & Cía represents clients at all levels of the Peruvian court system in cases relating to energy, insurance, tax and corporate law. The department is led by Jorge Luis Zubiate, Javier de Belaunde, Sheilah Vargas, Samuel Abad and Enrique Johanson. Zubiate, who is an experienced litigator, frequently represents major local financial institutions and multinationals in various proceedings, while de Belaunde handles complex civil and constitutional cases, and Vargas concentrates on telecoms, mining and banking disputes. Abad is a well-versed constitutional law litigator, and Johanson’s broad workload seems him handling negotiation strategies and complex judicial procedures. At the senior associate level, Carlos Gastello focuses on labour and administrative cases, while Javier Alonso de Belaunde represents clients in constitutional proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jorge Luis Zubiate; Javier de Belaunde; Sheilah Vargas; Samuel Abad; Enrique Johanson
Les références
‘It is a renowned, transparent and upright human team, with solid knowledge of the subject, proactive and committed to the company’s objectives.’
‘Jorge Luis Zubiate provides consistent support and always understands the client’s needs.’
‘Responsible people with values. Always understanding the sense of urgency and knowledge of the sector, with creative and appropriate contributions.’
Principaux clients
Compañía De Minas Buenaventura
INTERCORP
Arenera La Molina
Lima Expresa
Fundacion Ignacia Rodulfo Vda. De Canevaro
Agroindustrial Laredo
Gilat Networks Peru
Promsex
Sociedad Agrícola San Agustín
Lima Public Notaries Regulatory College
Compañía Minera Antapaccay
Gold Fields La Cima
Equinox International
Administradora Jockey Plaza Shopping Center
Administradora De Comercio
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Compañia de Minas Buenaventura on a dispute against SUNAT and the Tax Court, for an illegal tax collection of approximately $675m.
- Advised Banco Internacional del Perú on its main civil and commercial litigation proceedings, which include the collection of accounts.
- Advised Agroindustrial Laredo on various judicial cases involving the property rights of its agricultural land.
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
At Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados, the litigation department caters to local and global clients from various sectors to advise on complex civil, commercial and regulatory disputes. Often litigating in contentious administrative cases, the firm also represents clients in high-profile domestic corporate and shareholder lawsuits. Julio César Pérez oversees the practice and demonstrates skill in international commercial disputes, in addition to litigation relating to constitutional law. Pérez is ably supported by arbitration expert Mario Reggiardo, Luis Bustamante, who concentrates on construction litigation, and Mayra Bryce and Micaela Ortiz, who cover civil and administrative disputes. Associate Jasmín Alarcón is another key practitioner in the group.
Responsables de la pratique:
Julio César Pérez
Principaux clients
Viva Negocio Inmobiliario
Asociación de Eliminación de Barreras Burocráticas
Mapfre Perú Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros and Mapfre Global Risks
CFG Investment
Inertial Pharma
Los Portales
Corporación EW
Supermercados Peruanos
Scotiabank Perú
Savia Perú
John Carty Zavala
Banco de Crédito del Perú
La Fiduciaria
Kappa Generación
Patrimonio en Fideicomiso DS0932002EF Interproperties
Banco Internacional del Perú
Financiera Credinka
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Viva Negocio on a civil lawsuit against Activos Peruanos concerning the termination of an agreement for the development of a real estate project worth $20m.
- Advised Mapfre Perú Compañia de Seguros y Reaseguros and Mapfre Global Risks in relation to a lawsuit filed by INDECOPI, concerning alleged environmental damages caused by an oil spill on the shores of Northern Lima in 2022.
- Advised CFG Investment on a judicial strategy to defend the client against the commencement of China-based arbitration.
Benites, Vargas & Ugaz
The litigation group at Benites, Vargas & Ugaz continues to advise on civil, corporate, constitutional and commercial litigation. An impressive range of companies seek the firm's assistance, including leading national banks, transportation companies and telecoms groups, as well as corporations from the energy and consumer goods sectors. Ricardo Carrillo oversees the practice and is experienced in commercial and corporate disputes before all stages of the judicial system. Senior associate Christian Wong is noted for his work in commercial litigation and conflict prevention, while senior attorney Alexander Conde focuses on contentious-administrative cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricardo Carrillo
Les références
‘The Benites, Vargas y Ugaz studio has very good professionals, experts in the field. We have had the opportunity to work with other firms and, compared to Estudio Benites, the difference in work, communication and disposition is notable. There is no doubt that the professional impact is positive.’
‘The ease of communication and willingness to clear up doubts. Warmth and commitment of its members.’
‘The studio has competent professionals.’
Principaux clients
Banco Santander Perú
Banco Standard Chartered
TMF FiduPerú Sociedad Fiduciaria
Gilat Networks Peru
Kimbery Clark Peru
Empresa de Generación Eléctrica Machupicchu- EGEMSA
Lima Expresa (LIMEX) Peruvian Subsidiary of French Vinci Highways
Minera Lincuna
Administradora Jockey Plaza
Hermes Transportes Blindados
Petróleos del Perú S.A.
ERCED
BCP – Banco de Crédito del Peru
Banco BBVA Perú
Banco Internacional del Perú
Mibanco – Banco de la Microempresa
Banco Ripley
Caja Municipal de Ahorro y Crédito de Arequipa
Financiera Qapaq
Financiera Efectiva
Compartamos Financiera
CajaRural de Ahorro y CréditoRaíz
Caja Maynas
AESA – Administración de Empresas
Cosapi
Aqua Expeditions
Ajeper
Telefónica del Perú
Tren Urbano De Lima
The Agrarian University La Molina
Universidad Científica del Sur
Menorca Inversiones
Securitas
Aguaytia Energy Perú
Pesquera Niroci
Agefred Perú
Distriluz Group
Enel Distribución Perú
Principaux dossiers
- Defended ERCED in various proceedings against the executor named by the late owner, who attempted to intervene in the client’s organisation.
- Defended Gilat Networks Peru in a proceeding initiated by a consortium which challenged the tender awarded to the client, and which is requesting the annulment of the agreements signed with the client.
- Represented Banco Santander against Estación de Servicios Herco in a proceeding worth $115,000,00.
CMS Grau
Offering an interdisciplinary service through its cooperation with the firm’s other departments, the litigation team at CMS Grau advises clients from the insurance, tech and electricity industries. Civil and administrative proceedings and civil, constitutional and commercial litigation are all core workflows for the group. The offering is co-led by Luis Alberto Linan, who is experienced in defending leading companies in corporate litigation, and Javier Ferrero, who handles international arbitration and mining disputes. Former senior associate Luis Miguel Manrique left the firm in September 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luis Alberto Liñán; Javier Ferrero
Les références
‘In this area we liked the availability of the team that accompanied us. Always willing, even on weekends, to give us several recommendations to have a good negotiation, even accompanying us.’
‘The level of analysis and clarity of information allows us to make better decisions.’
‘Luis Miguel Manrique has helped us on several critical issues for us.’
Principaux clients
Gold Fields La Cima
Minera Las Bambas
Autpoista Del Norte
Petroleos Del Peru
Compañia Minera Buenaventura
Solgas
Charles Taylor Ajustadores De Seguero
Banco De Credito Del Peru
Mediapro Peru
Open Plaza
Principaux dossiers
- Designed the defense strategy of Gold Fields La Cima and prepared the necessary documents to execute it.
- Representing PetroPerú in the defense against a $15m fine imposed by the Environmental Evaluation and Control Agency.
- Defending Mediapro in a judicial process where the client has been sued for breach of contract and indemnification in relation to television broadcast rights.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria
Well regarded for its strong tax litigation offering, the team at Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria is also noted for its capabilities in civil, commercial and constitutional proceedings. Notably, the firm is frequently involved in regulatory proceedings against the Peruvian State. The practice is led by Ramiro Portocarrero, who demonstrates expertise in defending high-profile tax cases before the Supreme Court, often in the aeronautical and mining sectors, and Sebastián Basombrio, who focuses on commercial litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ramiro Portocarrero; Sebastián Basombrío
Les références
‘Team of young lawyers with extensive knowledge of procedural law. Highly recommended in relation to other offices.’
‘The Phillipi studio always has staff willing to assist us and, above all, they are staff who know our cases and can give us a timely response. They are capable of communicating assertively and also efficiently accompanies us in the procedures.’
‘The PPU litigation team is very robust and gives us a lot of confidence in the handling of the cases entrusted to us. We can say that we are very happy with the litigation team since they show professionalism, client service, analytical capacity and a clear approach to the strategies of how they are going to handle the cases.’
Principaux clients
Latam Airlines Perú
LG Electronics
Desarrollo Educativo
Mondelez Perú
Villa Club
Empresa Radiodifusora 1160
Huawei del Perú
Compañía Minera Poderosa
Cia. Minera Buenaventura
Red Vial 5
Principaux dossiers
- Advised LG Electronics Peru in three cases concerning whether substantive law should prevail over formality, despite contrary rulings by the Tax Administrative Tribunal.
- Advised Latam Airlines Peru in seven proceedings in which the SUNAT challenged the position issued by the Tax Court, regarding interline agreements and the payment of certain taxes.
- Advised Instituto Toulouse Lautrec in a procedure before the Supreme Court in which the SUNAT sought to impose taxes on an educational institution.
Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas
The litigation team at Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas has experience handling disputes in numerous sectors and handles tax, corporate, civil and commercial proceedings. The group is co-led by the experienced Roger Zavaleta Rodriguez, who handles TMT and insurance disputes, and Fabio Núñez del Prado, who focuses on international arbitration. Senior associate Úrsula Piedra is reputed for her work in finance and mining disputes, where she is frequently involved in litigation before administrative entities and judicial courts. At the associate level, Rodrigo Saldarriaga concentrates on constitutional litigation and the design of preventive strategies, while Kiara Bazan covers banking and hydrocarbon-related disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Roger Zavaleta Rodríguez; Fabio Núñez del Prado
Les références
‘With knowledge of the issues at hand, they demonstrate commitment to resolving disputes.’
‘Roger Zavaleta has extensive knowledge in the field.’
‘The Rebaza Law Firm has a team of lawyers specialised in various matters with experience and outstanding work. Their legal opinions and advice are clearly very informed and timely.’
Principaux clients
Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones and Entel Inversiones
Intipuquio
Petróleos del Perú
Corporación Financiera de Desarrollo and Banco Agropecuario
APC Corporación
Empresa Editora El Comercio
Financiera Qapaq
JRC Ingeniería y Construcción
Tecnológica de Alimentos
ESPARQ Ciesa Contratistas Generales
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones and Entel Inversiones on a high-value litigation proceeding, following a contentious decision by the Peruvian Tax Court and SUNAT.
- Advised Intipuquio on its recent acquisition of Empresa Agroindustrial Cayalti’s share capital, which attracted regulatory secrutiny from the Securities Market Superintendency and a $100m fine.
- Advised Petroperu on a tax litigation proceeding before the Supreme Court.
Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados
At Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados, the litigation department represents major national banks and financial services entities in various disputes, often against governmental bodies. Constitutional, commercial, civil and administrative proceedings all fall within the firm’s scope of expertise. The practice is jointly led by Fernando Rodríguez Angobaldo, who is well known for his work in insurance and corporate disputes, and skilled litigator Jaime Heredia, who covers complex regulatory and tax proceedings. Senior associate Joel Campos is noted for his preparation of legal opinions in constitutional and civil cases. The team boasts a strong bench of associates, including Adán López Blanco, who handles commercial litigation; Lucero Ramírez Izaguirre, who is well versed in contentious-administrative procedures; and Marco Torres Maldonado, who focuses on civil property litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fernando Rodríguez Angobaldo; Jaime Heredia
Les références
‘The team has solid procedural and legal knowledge and obtains favourable resolutions in very short time periods.’
‘We trust a lot in the technical knowledge, the great capacity of its partners, the follow-up of cases and the closeness to the problems of its partners. Additionally, we have obtained extraordinary results thanks to their leadership.’
‘The partners, Fernando Rodriguez and Jaime Heredia, are two references in the litigation market and on our side, we are fortunate to be able to count on these valuable professionals for our cases. Enormous technical knowledge on litigation issues as well as the process itself are differentiated elements in the market.’
Principaux clients
Colombiana Kimberly Colpapel and Kimberly – Clark Ecuador
Cultivos Ecológicos del Perú
Rimac Seguros y Reaseguros
Clínica Internacional
Eductrade
Entel Perú
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Scotiabank Peru
Lima Expresa
Pacífico Seguros y Reaseguros
Compañía Lationamericana De Radiodifusión
Inmobiliaria SIG
Volcan Compañía Minera
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Compañía Lationamericana de Radiodifusión in a $15m proceeding, filed by a congressman for alleged reputational damages.
- Advising Rímac Seguros y Reaseguros in two proceedings against Infrassure LTD, demanding the amount paid in favour of Luz del Sur, aimed to provide coverage for any loss arising from the construction of a hydroelectric plant in Cusco.
- Advising Volcan Compañía Minera in a claim against the Ministry of Energy and Mines, to obtain the nullity of the administrative resolution that decided against the approval of the Detailed Environmental Plan of the Ticlio Mining Unit.
Rubio Leguía Normand
Catering to clients in the aviation, public infrastructure and energy sectors, the litigation group at Rubio Leguía Normand concentrates on commercial, contentious-administrative, civil and construction disputes. Highly skilled litigator Bruno Marchese leads the group and is well versed in civil and commercial disputes. Marchese is ably supported by Giancarlo Celis, who specialises in procedural matters. Associates Verónica Avellaneda and Alexander Alarcón are noted for their specialism in the assessment and structuring of strategies in constitutional and administrative litigation proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno Marchese
Les références
‘A Procedural team with a lot of experience, especially in constitutional matters, administrative litigation (more closely linked to the mining sector) and civil matters (especially in contracts and property rights).’
‘Bruno Marchese has extensive experience and is a renowned litigation lawyer in Peru, his knowledge at both a theoretical and practical level is outstanding. Provides personalised attention which allows us to contribute to defense strategies and procedural management. To date, we do not have a single case that we have lost under his advice.’
Principaux clients
American Airlines
Andean Telecom Partners Peru
Anglo American Quellaveco
Cementos Pacasmayo
Confecciones Textimax
Petróleos del Perú – PETROPERU
La Fiduciaria
Minera Barrick Peru
Minera Chinalco Peru
Minera Yanacocha
Peruvian Tours Agency
Servicio Nacional de Adiestramiento en Trabajo Industrial – SENATI
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Anglo American Quellaveco in various legal proceedings related to the properties it acquired for the implementation of the Quellaveco Mining Projects, as well as in administrative and constitutional proceedings defending the licenses and permits it has obtained under Peruvian law.
- Representing Minera Yanacocha in two proceedings brought against the client and the Ministry of Energy and Mines, through which the claimant seeks to render null the Ministry of Energy’s resolutions for the development of the Conga Mining Project.
Baxel Consultores
Baxel Consultores’ litigation offering attracts clients from the payment services, energy and real estate industries, among others. With demonstrable experience in constitutional, civil and commercial disputes, the firm combines legal skill with the application of behavioural and economic sciences. The team is co-led by Mario Drago, who is a key contact for antitrust proceedings and the challenging of arbitral awards, and Juan Chang Tokushima, who focuses on regulatory and procedural matters. Senior associate Francisco Zegarra is regarded for his tax and administrative litigation know-how, while associate Liz Mayra Lino, who joined from Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados, concentrates on civil dispute resolution relating to real estate and compensation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mario Drago; Juan Chang Tokushima
Les références
‘The litigation team is complete, as they have solid and up-to-date knowledge regarding the issues in dispute, such as health, insurance, among others, and this is complemented by the good strategy they propose for the particular case, which makes the team’s work punctual, precise, objective and effective in terms of the results we seek as a company.’
‘The team’s lawyers are very thorough, involved in each case, and reliable. Furthermore, they are always available to answer any doubts or queries that we as a company may have in relation to the assigned cases.’
Principaux clients
Jockey Club del Peru
Saga Falabella
UNNA Energía
Inchcape Motors Peru
Clínica Internacional
Mastercard Perú
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the Jockey Club of Peru in a process against the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima, involving the execution of an arbitration award.
- Representing Inchcape Motors Peru in a damage compensation process.
- Representing UNNA Energía in a damage compensation process.
Dentons Peru
Representing an array of Peruvian companies, primarily from the real estate, technology and construction fields, the litigation group at Dentons Peru handles tax, commercial and civil disputes. Claudio Cajina heads the practice and is known for his expertise in administrative disputes. Counsel Jose Miguel Cárdenas focuses on proceedings in the infrastructure and mining sectors, while associate Claudia García Bustamante formulates litigation strategies for regulatory disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Claudio Cajina
Principaux clients
Demerge Peru
Cuantica Mining
Grupo Amper
Constructora Consvial
Backus AB Inbev
Empresa Ariana Operaciones Mineras
Rutas de Lima
Villa Club
Fresenius Medical Care del Peru
Sociedad Agricola Coscalla
Inversiones San Borja
Aeropuertos Andinos
Compania Minera Condestable
Aeropuertos del Peru
Tecnologica de Alimentos
Wenco
Grupo Pionero
Plan Vital
Menorca Inversiones
Arteco Inmobiliaria
Tigre Peru Tubos y Conexiones
Omnia Medica
Cumbra Ingenieria
Consorcio GMI
Universidad Continental
Servicios Agricola Oppenheimer Chile
Smartfit
Tucan Inversiones
Consorcio de Consultores en Ingenieria Asociados
Vanet
Empresas Armas
Sodalitium Christianae Vitae
Minera IRL
Hexagon Mining
Zest Capital
Husqvarna Peru
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Backus AB InBev in a tax dispute with the Peruvian tax authority, SUNAT.
- Advising Paz Centenario on more than fifty legal cases.
- Advising Tigre on various contractual and administrative proceedings.
Estudio Linares Abogados
Boutique litigation firm Estudio Linares Abogados advises on a range of disputes, such as land ownership issues, debt collection, adverse possession and breach of contract. Specialised in conflict prevention and resolution, the firm advises domestic clients from the chemicals, banking, construction and education industries. Arbitrator Daniel Linares Aviléz leads the group. At the associate level, Héctor Campos García handles commercial disputes; Edgard Ramírez Ríos and Alejandrina Molina Altamirano focus on contentious-administrative proceedings; and Carla Montes Gonzáles covers civil procedural cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Daniel Linares Avilez
Les références
‘This team is distinguished by its commitment to the client and its creativity in proposing legal alternatives.’
‘Daniel Linares is an excellent lawyer with a lot of experience in the procedural area and always creates excellent strategies.’
‘Very diverse team committed to my case, each member with a specific function, from administrative to client support.’
Estudio Simons - Solución de controversías
The growing litigation team at boutique firm Estudio Simons - Solución de controversías appears at all levels of domestic courts in constitutional, tax, corporate and regulatory disputes. The firm attracts clients from the telecoms, mining, fishing and infrastructure sectors. The leadership trio comprises seasoned litigator Adrían Simons; Verónica de Noriega, who concentrates on judicial litigation in the hydrocarbons and energy fields; and Adolfo Pinillos, who recently joined from Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados, and who is frequently sought out by energy corporations to advise on various disputes. Associates Emily Horna, Maria Alejandra Conde and Samantha Cusicanqui are practitioners to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Adrián Marcius Simons Pino; Verónica de Noriega Madalengoitia; Adolfo Pinillos Córdova
Les références
‘The team has grown with the arrival of Adolfo Pinillos, who brings specialised knowledge from various sectors such as energy, which allows a better understanding of his clients’ problems, as well as solutions tailored to their needs. It stands out for its close and personalised advice on highly specialised matters for the energy sector. Likewise, they do not just focus on the assigned topics, but rather seek to contribute to comprehensive solutions that go beyond the litigation that is entrusted to them.’
‘Adolfo Pinillos demonstrates a high degree of responsibility and attention to detail, managing to develop comprehensive strategies that cover various administrative procedures, in order to achieve a favourable result. The creativity with which each of its processes is developed allows us to always be one step ahead of other companies.’
‘This is a very experienced team that has been working together for several years. As a strength and skill, you can see the trajectory of partner Adrián Simmons and the experience in client service of Verónica de Noriega.’
Principaux clients
Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus and Johnston
AmBev
Cervecería San Juan
América Móvil Perú
China Fishery Group Investment
Compañía Eléctrica El Platanal
Celepsa Renovables
Red de Energía del Perú
Consorcio Transmantaro
Kallpa Generación
Aguaytía Energy del Perú
Recon Drilling
Inversiones El Pino
Mildo Eudocio Martínez Moreno
Jacobo Malamud
Corporación Pesquera Inca
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus and Johnston/ AmBev / Cervecería San Juan with challenging the Andean Community Court’s tax calculation method.
- Defended América Móvil Perú against all Peruvian telecoms operators in a collective habeas corpus.
- Assisting China Fishery Group Investment in defending its property over tree fishing vessels and its fishing rights.
Figueroa Abogados
The litigation practice at Figueroa Abogados is well versed in advising high-net-worth individuals and local corporations in civil, commercial and labour disputes. Particularly skilled in the extrajudicial collection and recovery of credits and personal assets, the firm assists clients from a wide array of sectors, such as construction, mining, telecoms and technology. Enrique Figueroa heads the group, with demonstrable experience in the field, and frequently undertakes work relating to constitutional litigation. César Moreno, who was recently promoted to senior associate, is strong in judicial litigation relating to real estate and public procurement.
Responsables de la pratique:
Enrique Figueroa
Les références
‘During the work carried out, the lawyers were very professional, highly committed and able to adapt to difficult and unexpected coordination.’
‘Commitment and dedicated.’
Principaux clients
Universidad Privada de Ciencias Aplicadas-UPC
GTD Perú
Inmgenio Inmobiliaria
Inmobiliaria Urbalima
Enviromental Defense Fund
Total Servicios Financieros
Aris Industrial
Operaciones Arcos Dorados del Perú- Mc Donald’s
Club Sporting Cristal
KWS Perú
Los Portales
Ingram Micro
Casa & Gestión Agencia Inmobiliaria
Compañía Universal Textil
Inmobiliaria Actual
Andean Telecom Partners
Tradewind
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas on two contentious-administrative proceedings initiated against the SUNAT and the Tax Court, with the aim of annulling two decisions of the Tax Court.
- Advising Club Sporting Cristal on arbitrations which involve other professional football clubs and former players.
- Advising Urbalima in relation to the Municipality of Surco’s decision to suspend the execution of a real estate project of the client.
Kennedys
The litigation group at Kennedys is known for its expertise in insurance disputes, and handles a range of commercial matters, such as contractual breaches, corporate legal issues and debt collection cases. The team is jointly led by Kodiak Semsch Gutierrez and Marco Rivera Noya, who are ably supported by associates Giacomo Montiel and Carolina Guerra Palomino, who concentrate on conflict prevention and civil litigation, respectively.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kodiak Semsch Gutiérrez; Marco Rivera Noya
Les références
‘It is a firm made up of professionals with extensive experience in the world of insurance. We can say that whenever we have had to contact them their responses have been quick and clear, having provided us with the requested information in an efficient and accessible manner, which distinguishes them.’
‘Firm director Marco Rivera is a magnificent expert in the Peruvian insurance market and a prominent figure in the scene of specialised firms in this country. He is perfectly qualified to handle cross-border matters since his command of English is absolute.’
‘Kodiak Semsch is an expert lawyer in the handling of procedural matters and an absolutely reliable person in all the matters in which we have worked together.’
Principaux clients
CNHI Industrial Capital Argentina
CNHI International
Ironshore Specialty Insurance Company
Wunderman Thompson
Procesadora Sudamericana
Innovación Civil Española
Rímac Seguros y Reaseguros
AmTrust Group
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Pacífico Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
Chubb
La Positiva Seguros y Reaseguros
Interseguro
CNH Industrial Capital South America
Werner Woodman
Clínica Internacional
COLTUR
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Wunderman Thompson in a claim by the Ministry of Culture, regarding damage to the Intihuatana stone at Machu Picchu, caused by an accident.
- Successfully defended Innovacion Civil Espanola in an arbitration brought by SEDAPAL regarding various project delays.
- Representing Pacifico Compania de Seguros y Reaseguros and its reinsurers in a dispute with Empresa de Generacion Electrica Rio Banos and Sindicato Energetico, regarding coverage for damages allegedly caused by the El Niño phenomenon.