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Firms To Watch: Dispute resolution: Litigation

The growing litigation practice at Stucchi Abogados is experienced in judicial and constitutional litigation; partners Alessandra Cocchella and Pierino Stucchi are the key contacts.  
Handling civil, commercial and constitutional litigation, RVM Abogados was founded in 2023 by former Baxel Consultores co-founding partner Raffo Velásquez; he leads an eight-strong team that has steadily developed both its client roster and the complexity and prominence of mandates – the group’s recent caseload includes matters on behalf of Telefonica, Banco BBVA, Rimac Seguros and Lima Airport Partners. Key support is provided by ‘invaluable’ senior associate Paulo Castañeda.

Dispute resolution: Litigation in Peru

Miranda & Amado

A leading firm in the litigation market, Miranda & Amado maintains a broad dispute resolution practice, which houses specialist offerings in civil and commercial litigation, contentious tax matters and constitutional disputes. Representing both domestic and international clients, the team advises on high profile and complex cases in the power, mining, infrastructure, and telecoms sectors, among others. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Giovanni Priori and Santiago Carrillo, who have deep expertise representing clients in complex constitutional and administrative litigation proceedings. Partner Mauricio Raffo has extensive know-how in regulatory disputes - particularly as regards the construction and infrastructure sectors; and Carlos Glave is a well-known name for high profile civil litigation proceedings. At the associate level, Martín Sotero and Diego Villanueva specialise in civil and constitutional litigation, while Rodrigo Molina has experience advising on contentious administrative and constitutional proceedings, and Roberto Perez-Prieto focuses on judicial litigation in commercial disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Giovanni Priori; Santiago Carrillo


Autres avocats clés:

Mauricio Raffo; Carlos Glave; Martín Sotero; Diego Villanueva; Rodrigo Molina; Roberto Perez Prieto


Les références

‘The practice has sound knowledge of the procedural rules applicable in each type of proceedings. ‘

‘They handle the cases entrusted to them in a professional manner.’ 

‘They have a team with the capacity to deal with numerous cases. ‘

Principaux clients

Telefónica del Perú


Gas Natural de Lima y Callao (CÁLIDDA)


Minera las Bambas


Castlelake


Compañia Minera Antappacay


Repsol Group


Compañia Minera Ares


Parents of patients of the “Instituto Nacional del Niño de Breña”.


Transportadora de Gas del Perú


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Gas Natural de Lima y Callao – CÁLIDDA in a significant $32m dispute, challenging fines before the judicial authority.
  • Providing Repsol Group with legal advice and defence in major competition law (antitrust) cases before the Judicial Courts against the Competition Authority (INDECOPI).
  • Representing Telefónica del Perú (TdP) in a $75m civil dispute between the two biggest telecoms companies in Peru; TdP was sued by its main competitor seeking compensation for damages based on a decision issued by the Telecommunications Authority – OSIPTEL.

Rodrigo

The litigation group at Rodrigo (formerly: Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados) sits within its integrated dispute resolution practice. It is highly proficient in proceedings involving administrative, civil, commercial and constitutional litigation for both domestic and international clients - notably those drawn form the mining, oil and gas, telecoms and financial sectors, among others. The leadership trio consists of José Tam, who has extensive experience handling complex commercial litigation and negotiation proceedings; and Arturo Aza and Renzo Carrasco, who specialise in complex constitutional litigation. Further partner-level firepower is supplied by Jorge Alvarado and Fabrizio Castellano who have expertise in contentious-administrative and constitutional proceedings. Experienced associate Mayra Jimenez specialises in civil litigation, while Sergio Gianotti focuses on commercial litigation and contentious public law proceedings. The team's capacity was further expanded with the arrival of associates: Raúl Fernando Zuñiga Peralta in June 2024 from Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados; Raiza Arroyo and Oriana Juliet Sarango Nuñez from Benites, Vargas & Ugaz (in July and October, respectively); and finally, Fernando Rincón from Hernández & Cía, in November the same year.

Responsables de la pratique:

José Tam; Arturo Aza; Renzo Carrasco


Autres avocats clés:

Jorge Alvarado; Fabrizio Castellano; Mayra Jimenez; Sergio Gianotti


Les références

‘Rodrigo Elías y Medrano’s litigation and arbitration team is unique because it is part of the largest law firm in Peru. Any substantive issue where a specialist and expert lawyer is needed can be consulted and resolved in collaboration between the litigation and arbitration team and the other teams of the firm, who are also leaders in their respective practice areas. This is a unique value.’

‘Rodrigo Elías y Medrano’s litigation and arbitration team is sufficient to handle all the different matters that a client may have with the diligence required for each case.’ 

‘Undoubtedly the most outstanding lawyer in the area is its leader José Tam, who can be relied upon for both the easier and the more difficult matters.’

Principaux clients

Telefónica del Perú S.A.A.


Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus & Johnston S.A.A.


Empresa Editora El Comercio S.A.


Gases del Norte del Perú S.A.C.


Minera Chinalco Perú S.A. (Chinalco)


Refinería La Pampilla – Repsol


Brookfield


Minsur S.A.


Compañía Minera Antamina S.A.


Alimentos Procesados S.A.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represents Telefónica del Perú in a contentious administrative process aimed at challenging the validity of a sanction imposed by the Supervisory Body of State Procurement – OSCE.
  • Represents Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus & Johnston S.A.A. in two constitutional proceedings brought against the Tax Court, for its unjustified refusal to request the opinion of the Court of Justice of the Andean Community.
  • Represents one of the defendants in a constitutional proceeding initiated by 8 citizens, through which the nullity of the transfer of shares of the companies Epensa and Alfa Beta Sistemas to Empresa Editora El Comercio has been requested.

DLA Piper Perú

Drawing on the firm's international and full-service structure, the litigation practice at DLA Piper Perú has developed solid experience advising on a range of local and cross-jurisdictional commercial, civil and corporate disputes, including those pertaining to the maritime, energy, logistics, construction and financial industries, among others. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Guillermo Hesse, who specialises in judicial litigation (with a particular focus on complex civil and corporate disputes); and Hernán Jordán, who has extensive experience in disputes related to the energy, real estate and insurance sectors. Counsel Javier Abusada has solid experience in constitutional and administrative matters and senior associate Katherine Gálvez advises clients on complex judicial and out-of-court disputes. Further associate support is provided by Miguel Mendez and Alonso Catter, who specialise in civil and commercial litigation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Guillermo Hesse; Hernán Jordán


Autres avocats clés:

Javier Abusada; Katherine Galvez; Miguel Mendez; Alonso Catter


Les références

‘I consider that the lawyers of this firm know in depth the laws and procedures that are carried out in Peru, so they have been a very important guide to know what we as clients should do at each step.’

‘My experience with the Piper team exceeds all my expectations. I know that I can always count on each and every one of the people responsible for my case and as a client you feel supported with an armour of professionals who work together to obtain success on my behalf.’

‘Hernán Jordan has shown special consideration for my circumstances, always ensuring that the best decisions are made and advising me on how to make the best progress.’ 

Principaux clients

Fratelli d’Amico Armatori


Hellmann Worldwide Logistics


Bertling Logistics (Peru)


Minera Zafranal


Lima Airport Partners


Pindstrup Mosebrug


Simonett W


Ecolab Peru Holdings


Ipesa


Savia Peru


Concesionaria IIRSA Norte


Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 2


Concesionaria Interoceánica Sur Tramo 3


Peru LNG


Línea Amarilla Brasil Participacoes


Nycander vcon Massenbach Family


Star Up (Star Peru)


Comercio y Servicios de la Selva


Liquidez Peru


Consorcio Huachipa


Interoil Exploration and Production


Club Terrazas Miraflores


STX Commodities


Ipesa Hydro


Ulog Soluciones Logísticas Integrales


Corporación Financiera (COFIDE)


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented ship management company Fratelli d’Amico Armatori (FdA), in complex litigation brought by the Peruvian regulator INDECOPI.
  • Represented Norwegian agricultural substrates company Pindstrup Mosebrug in its first legal dispute in Peru.
  • Successfully represented Bertling Logistics in a commercial claim against energy company Jeumont Group, involving both its Peruvian subsidiary, Jeumont Peru, and its parent company in France.

Estudio Echecopar

Estudio Echecopar's dispute resolution practice regularly handles civil, corporate and commercial litigation in relation to clients drawn from a range of industries including energy, telecoms, mining, construction and financial services. The team represents both local and international clients and also demonstrates particular experience as regards real estate disputes. The practice is led by Ana Maria Arrarte, who has extensive experience in complex, high profile litigation matters - particularly in the energy, infrastructure and investment fields. Fellow partner Yvo Cuba typically advises local and foreign companies (as well as state owned entities) in judicial proceedings related to the civil and corporate sectors; while counsel Roxana Gayoso specialises in litigation related to civil law and government contracts. At associate level, Hugo Alonzo frequently assists the team on contentious telecoms and construction matters, with Juan Diego Carrillo focusing on corporate and civil disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ana Maria Arrarte


Autres avocats clés:

Yvo Cuba; Roxana Gayoso; Hugo Alonzo; Juan Diego Carrillo


Les références

‘Yvo Cuba coordinates all Mondelez matters with the different areas of the firm to ensure prompt and efficient handling of all assignments.’

‘It is a team of top professionals who combine their strong knowledge of the law with rigour in document review and creativity in strategy.’

‘I consider them to be transparent lawyers, who always try to put the clients’ interests first’.

Principaux clients

Essity


Intcomex


Innova Ambiental


Jeumont


Mitsubishi Power Américas


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


Transportadora de Gas del Perú (TGP)


Consorcio Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.


Constructora Valko


Contugas


IBM


IBT (Peru branch)


INTERSUR CONCESIONES


La Fiduciaria


Leche Gloria


Lima Expresa (formerly, « Línea Amarilla »)


L’Oreal Perú, Procter & Gamble Perú, Unilever Andina Perú, Puig Perú, Beautyge Andina, Unique, Kera Cosmética, Natura Cosméticos, BFS Perú, Distribuidora las Poncianas, Ale Limposer, Unibell, Cosmotrade, Perfumerías Unidas, CETCO, Dupree Venta Directa, Olvi Global Company and Starbrands


Metro de Lima Línea 2


Mondelez


Oist


Oracle


Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos (Peru branch)


Pluspetrol


Poyry Infra


Quimtia


Softys


Telefónica del Perú S.A.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing all the cosmetic companies affected by a claim against an INDECOPI’s ruling, which was filed in August 2018.
  • Defending Limex’s interests to dismiss the former mayor’s claim on merit and protect the company’s core business.

Garrigues

An integral component of the firm’s wider full-service offering, Garrigues Peruvian office houses a well-rounded litigation department, with a full spectrum offering that undertakes civil and constitutional litigation, contentious contractual matters (particularly in the sports industry), and disputes against public administration. Frequently active representing clients in the electricity and financial sectors, the department is co-led by Hugo Forno Flórez, who has additional expertise in negotiations and dispute prevention cases, and Melissa Nuñez Santti, who specialises civil litigation and construction disputes. At associate level, Javier Jimeno Goicochea demonstrates expertise in commercial and infrastructure disputes, along with courtroom representation, and Jose Vera Uturunco focuses on representing clients in the telecoms, energy and construction sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Hugo Forno Flórez; Melissa Núñez Santti


Autres avocats clés:

Javier Jimeno; José Vera Uturunco


Les références

‘The team is big and diverse. I find that they all complement each other’s expertise very well and are able to put together a very good defence. They are also very thorough when reviewing a case.’

‘Melissa Nuñez and Gino Rivas were the lawyers who represented me. The team is very skilful, very knowledgeable, attentive to the client and their doubts, and they answer them in a very good way, explaining them in great detail. They made me fully trust them and their advice and ideas.’

‘The firm’s lawyers differentiate themselves from their competitors by their experience and high level of specialisation, as well as their prompt attention to their clients’ requirements and favourable client outcomes in disputes submitted to the firm for sponsorship.’

Principaux clients

Universidad Tecnológica del Perú


Minera Bateas


Anglo American Quellaveco


Inversiones Centenario


Corfid Corporación Fiduciaria


Tivit Peru Tercerizacion de Procesos, Servicios y Tecnologia


Cencosud


Credicorp Capital


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


EDP Ingeniería y Construcción


Polysistemas Corp.


Telefónica del Perú


Viva GyM


Veolia Servicios Perú


Proseguridad


Cosapi


Productos Tissue del Perú


Agustí y Masoliver (AMSA)


Banco de Crédito del Perú


Empresa Regional de Servicio Público de Electricidad del Norte


VM Consultores de Ingeniería


JJC Contratistas Generales


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing a leading company in the plastic packaging manufacturing industry in three civil proceedings in which compensation payments up to $26m are claimed for damages caused by fire.
  • Defending Telefónica at a critical stage of a debt execution in a civil proceeding filed by construction company Santa Graciela.
  • Represented BCP in a contentious administrative proceeding challenging the validity of administrative resolutions issued by SUNAT and the Tax Court (whereby late taxes and fines were imposed and later confirmed against BCP), as a result of several tax objections regarding its 2010 income tax affidavit.

Hernández & Cía

The disputes practice at Hernández & Cía has considerable experience handling constitutional, corporate and tax litigation on behalf of clients drawn from a broad range of industries including the construction, infrastructure, energy and corporate service sectors, among others. Three partners co-lead the department: Jorge Luis Zubiate has  over 30 years' contentious experience before Peruvian trial and appellate courts; Javier de Belaunde is also a veteran practitioner and today focuses on complex constitutional and civil cases; while next-generation partner Sheilah Vargas focuses on telecoms, mining and banking disputes. Samuel Abad has expertise in preparing legal strategies relating to constitutional disputes, and Enrique Johanson concentrates on negotiations and complex judicial procedures. Beyond the partner bench, counsel Carlos Gastello focuses on contentious labour and administrative matters, while senior associate Javier Alonso de Belaunde represents clients in constitutional proceedings. Former counsel Renzo Saavedra left the firm in March 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jorge Luiz Zubiate; Javier de Belaunde; Sheilah Vargas


Autres avocats clés:

Samuel Abad; Enrique Johanson; Carlos Gastello; Javier Alonso de Belaunde


Les références

The litigation department has been a fundamental ally in the field. Its characteristics include knowledge, speed, and solution proposals with a practical strategy. Compared to the market, it is clearly an area that stands out. Luis Zubiate is the name to note.

Principaux clients

Compañía de Minas Buenaventura


Intercorp (Banco Internacional del Perú – Interbank and Interproperties)


Arenera La Molina


Lima Expresa


Fundación Ignacia Rodulfo Vda. de Canevaro


Agroindustrial Laredo


Gilat to Home


Sociedad Agrícola San Agustín


Loreto Bar Association and Frankfurt Zoological Society


Compañía Minera Antapaccay


Gold Fields La Cima


Equinox International – Equiperu


Administradora Jockey Plaza Shopping Center


Administradora del Comercio


Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus y Johnston, Compañía Cervecera Ambev Perú, Cervecería San Juan


PMO Vías


Unique


Casamar


América Móvil Perú (Claro)


Dunia Resources (in liquidation)


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú


Cúprica


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising AB Inbev on multiple judicial cases against the Tax Administration seeking to obtain an approximately $980m tax return.
  • Advising Compañía de Minas Buenaventura in a judicial dispute against SUNAT and the Tax Court for an illegal tax collection in the 2007/2008 period worth $675m.
  • Advising Agroindustrial Laredo in major judicial cases involving the property rights of its agriculture land (more than 1500 acres) valued in more than $500m.

Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados

Representing local and foreign clients and demonstrating significant expertise in key sectors including the construction, energy, financial services, technology and telecoms industries, the practice at Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados regularly handles commercial, civil, corporate and regulatory disputes and litigation. The practice is co-led by a pair of experienced professionals: Julio César Pérez has deep expertise handling corporate litigation and constitutional disputes, while Luis Bustamante specialises in civil and administrative litigation. A younger generation of up-and-coming partners includes Micaela Ortiz, who focuses on litigation in the banking and construction sectors; and César Carlin, who is warmly endorsed by clients and specialises in commercial disputes and judicial proceedings. Key associate support is provided by Jasmín Alarcón who is particularly involved in cases related to construction and corporate disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Julio César Pérez; Luis Bustamante


Autres avocats clés:

Micaela Ortiz; César Carlín; Jasmín Alarcón


Les références

‘I have complete confidence to write to them, ask questions, review ideas and ask them to explain theoretical or technical aspects that I may not be 100% familiar with. In this sense, I especially highlight César Carlin and Álvaro Cuba for their willingness and clarity.’

‘I think the dedication that César Carlin and his team bring to each process is unique. Their level of commitment generates a lot of trust and closeness with their clients, and I consider that to be a differentiating factor.’ 

‘I am very happy with the procedural team led by César Carlin. It is a team completely focused on the cases, always available to answer any questions with the best attitude and predisposition. In addition to their great disposition, they have a solid command of the subject matter, and I say this with full knowledge of the facts after having worked with other firms before.’

Principaux clients

Minera Las Bambas


Shahuindo


Global Healthcare Solutions Peru


Nexa Resources Perú


Mapfre Perú Compañia de Seguros y Reaseguros


Pan American Silver Huaron


Scotiabank Perú


Banco BBVA Perú


La Fiduciaria


Compañía Latinoamericana de Radiodifusión


China International Water & Electric Group Corp.


Pesquera Ninfas del Mar


Softys Perú


Macusani Yellowcake


Ellips


Ford Perú


Los Portales


Delivery Hero Perú


Supermercados Peruanos


América Móvil Perú


CFG Investment S.A.C.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representation of Minera Las Bambas in contentious-administrative processes.
  • Representation of Scotiabank Perú in contentious-administrative processes.
  • Representation of Sahuindo in legal proceedings.

Benites, Vargas & Ugaz

Well versed in handling corporate, civil and commercial proceedings, the litigation team at Benites, Vargas & Ugaz has extensive experience handling disputes for clients from a broad range of industries, including the energy, oil-and-gas, transportation and financial sectors. Practice head Ricardo Carrillo specialises in handling civil, corporate and administrative cases before all judicial instances. At senior associate level, Christian Wong is recognised for his expertise in commercial and administrative litigation, while Alexander Conde focuses on contentious administrative cases. Associate Katheryn Coronado specialises in constitutional litigation and Paola Smith actively assists the team across all litigation matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ricardo Carrillo


Autres avocats clés:

Christian Wong; Alexander Conde; Katheryn Coronado; Paola Smith


Les références

‘Excellent team, solid litigation experience I highlight the ability to manage time and keep us regularly informed of the status of cases, with timely information that allows us to make decisions and fine-tune strategy Flexibility.’

‘I highlight the professionalism, kindness and transparency of Ricardo Carrillo’.

Principaux clients

Grupo Thunderbird (Entertainment)


Alameda Inversiones del Oriente (Grupo Altozano)


Atlas Copco Peru


Distribuidora Cummins Peru


Colegio San Jose Obrero Marianistas – Trujillo


Risk Consulting Colombia


Kallpa Generación


Consorcio Exportador Pecuario


Banco Santander Peru


Gilat Networks Peru


Lima Expresa – LIMEX


Hermes Transportes Blindados


Minera Lincuna


Administradora Jockey Plaza


Interbank


Telefonica del Peru


Tren Urbano de Lima


Aqua Expeditions


Cosapi


Ajeper


UCSUR


Menorca Inversiones


Securitas


Aguaytia Energy Peru


Pesquera Niroci


Agefred Peru


Distriluz Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented global satellite technology company GILAT in a $150m dispute in which  a company is challenging the validity of an awarded tender and seeks to annul related agreements.
  • Represent LIMEX in the management and maintenance of our two major roads in Lima under concessions granted by the Peruvian State.
  • Representing transport services company Hermes in litigation where a mining company is claiming $13.6m in compensation.

CMS Grau

Leveraging its multidisciplinary capcity, the litigation practice at CMS Grau advises clients across key economic sectors including the mining, infrastructure, technology and financial sectors, among others. The department is well equipped to handle a civil, commercial, constitutional, and contentious administrative cases, and has a particular focus on either conflict prevention or the origination of robust defence strategies, as necessary. Luis Alberto Linan has extensive experience in corporate litigation, as well as advising on conflict resolution and prevention; he co-leads the department alongside Karina Urquizo, who specialises in administrative and commercial disputes. Senior associate Nicolás Carrión focuses on acting for companies from the mining, telecommunications and energy sectors, while Alejandra Huancahuari handles strategy design for both the resolution and prevention of conflicts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luis Alberto Liñán; Karina Urquizo


Autres avocats clés:

Nicolás Carrión; Alejandra Huancahuari;


Principaux clients

Gold Fields La Cima


Compañía Minera Coimolache


Compañia de Minas Buenaventura


Savia Perú


Banco de Crédito del Peru


Saga Falabella


Unna Energia


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Gold Fields La Cima on the defence strategy against land occupation and contract annulment claims, ensuring the continuity of its Cerro Corona mining operations in Peru.
  • Defended Buenaventura against a constitutional injunction seeking to nullify its Environmental Impact Assessment approval for the $420m San Gabriel Project.

Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados

Catering to clients across a broad range of sectors, the litigation department at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados advises the full suite of contentious matters, including civil and commercial litigation, constitutional litigation, and administrative and contentious-administrative disputes. The practice operates under the leadership of three partners: Fernando Meléndez, who specialises in civil and commercial litigation; Edwin Pezo, who has expertise in contentious tax matters and international litigation; and Ericka Angulo, whose broad contentious capabilities see her actively involved in a broad array of cases. Key associate support is provided by Mateo Salinas, who specialises in constitutional litigation and contentious administrative proceedings; and Andre Atachahua, who has expertise in constitutional and administrative law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fernando Meléndez; Edwin Pezo; Ericka Angulo


Autres avocats clés:

Mateo Salinas; Andre Atachahua


Les références

‘We have had the opportunity to work with Fernando Meléndez and Héctor Alvarado. Both have a solid base of litigation knowledge and practice, which allows them to provide peace of mind to their clients, knowing that their proceedings are in good hands. ‘

‘Estudio Muñiz’s team is made up of good professionals who have a long history of defending cases related to the energy and natural resources sector.’

‘They are highly specialised, reliable, clear and direct and have a good analysis of the probabilities of success, which allow me as a client to make the most appropriate decisions. The lawyers who have assisted me such as Julissa Yamani and Edwin Pezo, are leaders in their field. ‘

Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas

Specialising in complex dispute resolution Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas offers litigation services encompassing tax, civil, commercial, constitutional and administrative law. The practice advises clients from sectors including manufacturing, energy, telecommunications and financial services, among others, handling procedural strategies for complex civil and commercial issues, counselling on constitutional matters and managing administrative litigation and judicial proceedings. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Roger Zavaleta, who has particular expertise in designing procedural strategies for high-profile disputes involving government contracting and/or the infrastructure sector; and Fabio Núñez del Prado , who focuses on disputes in the aviation, mining and financial sectors. Senior associate Úrsula Piedra handles corporate disputes arising from M&A transactions and joint ventures, while Nicolás Guzmán has expertise in civil and tax disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Roger Zavaleta; Fabio Núñez del Prado


Autres avocats clés:

Úrsula Piedra; Nicolás Guzmán


Les références

‘The firm’s litigation department is made up of highly competent professionals. What distinguishes them is their personal commitment to the client, their permanent willingness to assist and their constant updating.’

‘In my experience Ursula Piedra stands out for her ability and empathy.’

‘The team is excellent, always ready to help you, they give you peace of mind and answer your questions immediately with clarity and patience.’

Principaux clients

Corporación E. Wong


Latam Airlines Perú


Nexa Resources Perú


Sociedad Exportadora Verfrut


Marco Capital


Quimpac


Financiera QAPAQ


OBRAINSA – Obras de Ingenieria


TASA Tecnologica de Alimentos


Pandero


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Andahuasi (one of the companies owned by Corporación E. Wong) against the violation of its constitutional property rights following a corporate conflict between two groups of shareholders.
  • Representing state-owned financial institutions COFIDE and Agrobanco in a legal dispute with Perú Grapes, involving the enforcement of a trust agreement that allows our clients to take control of Perú Grapes’ assets after the counterparty defaulted on its loan.
  • Advising Tai Loy which operates a chain of stores specialising in school and office supplies on a dispute surrounding the rightful owner of a warehouse that was sublet to the client for storage of its goods.

Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados

Recognised for its extensive knowledge, the practice at Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados advises clients on complex legal disputes encompassing civil, commercial and constitutional disputes, as well as handling matters with an international dimension. The department also has deep expertise representing clients in key industry sectors, with a notable track record in complex litigation involving the insurance industry and the financial services sector. The practice is co-led by partners Fernando Rodríguez Angobaldo and Jaime Heredia Tamayo who have extensive expertise in civil and administrative litigation. Senior associate Joel Campos Camargo focuses on the preparation of legal opinions in constitutional and civil matters; while at intermediate level Lucero Ramírez Izaguirre specialises in commercial litigation and insurance, while Marco Torres Maldonado focuses on substantial disputes. The firm was further strengthened with the arrival of labour partner Alicia Jiménez Llerena from Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria in November 2024; her practice includes contentious labour matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fernando Rodríguez Angobaldo; Jaime Heredia Tamayo


Autres avocats clés:

Joel Campos Camargo; Lucero Ramírez Izaguirre; Marco Torres Maldonado


Les références

‘Committed and efficient team, very attentive to support us in cases from initial strategy to completion.’ 

‘It is a team that has a great capacity for efficiency and knowledge, which allows them to give us very good advice; they are very responsible in following up and attending to cases. Fernando Rodríguez, Jaime Heredia and Joel Campos stand out.’

‘Led by Fernando Rodríguez, they are a law firm with a strong focus on the client and the resolution of both extrajudicial and judicial conflict and the team accommodates the needs of the legal services required by the company.’ 

Principaux clients

Banco De Crédito Del Perú (BCP) Cemsa Perú


Banco Itaú Chile (New York branch)


Oncosalud


Clínica Internacional


Plásticos Nacionales


Corporación Primax


Caridad and its shareholders (Augusto Wu Wong, and María Regina and María Stella Wu Lam)


Lima Expresa


BBVA Banco Continental


Scotiabank Perú


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Banco De Crédito Del Perú in an ongoing dispute relating to the Chavimochic Project, a major infrastructure project which aims to divert the Santa River’s water flow and irrigate over 160,000 hectares of land in addition to providing drinking water to the city of Trujillo.
  • Assisting Banco Itaú Chile (New York branch) in a dispute relating to the Special Hydro-Energy Irrigation Project of Alto Piura in Northern Peru.
  • Representing Oncosalud S.A.C. in a highly significant and potentially precedent-setting dispute in which our client has been found liable for issues relating to the processing of personal data a call centre company, subcontracted by a professional services company who were originally hired by our client.

Rubio Leguía Normand

Rubio Leguía Normand's dispute resolution practice offers comprehensive coverage across civil, commercial, constitutional and administrative litigation. The group originates tailored defence strategies and is experienced at undertaking multifaceted cases involving different practice specialities for clients from key industries such as aviation banking and finance, construction and telecommunications, among others. Bruno Marchese leads the team and has extensive knowledge of civil aeronautical law, while partner Giancarlo Celis specialises in contentious administrative disputes. At associate level, Verónica Avellaneda has expertise in civil and commercial law, while José Luis Rodríguez focuses on constitutional and contentious administrative processes.

 

 

Responsables de la pratique:

Bruno Marchese


Autres avocats clés:

Giancarlo Celis; José Luis Rodríguez; Verónica Avellaneda;


Les références

‘The speed of service, reports, documents and meetings are given in a very short time without detracting from the quality of the service.’

‘I believe that Estudio Rubio’s litigation department sets itself apart from other firms due to its in-depth knowledge of the mining business and the quality of its partners led by Bruno Marchese. In addition, Estudio Rubio has a long track record and recognised reputation in the mining business.’

‘The litigation area of Estudio Rubio led by Bruno Marchese has professionals with vast experience, solid training and experience and knowledge of the mining business which allows them to provide high quality specialised advice.’

Principaux clients

PangeaCo


Empresa Agroindustrial Cayaltí


Andean Telecom Partners Peru


La Fiduciaria


Minera Barrick Peru


Minera Chinalco Peru


Servicio Nacional de Adiestramiento en Trabajo Industrial (SENATI)


American Airlines INC.


Anglo American Quellaveco


Cementos Pacasmayo


Confecciones Textimax


Petróleos del Perú – Petroperu


Minera Yanacocha


Peruvian Tours Agency


Jibiport


Servicio de Agua Potable y Alcantarillado de Lima – SEDAPAL


Principaux dossiers


  • Standing advisor to American Airlines in an ongoing case initiated by the administrators of the bankrupt company Faucett Corporation.
  • Assisting Sedapal with challenging the validity of an arbitral award that stipulated that the client should pay a multimillion-dollar sum without even having been a party to the arbitral proceedings from which the award arose, which affects their rights and economic stability.
  • Defending Jibiport on a lawsuit filed by Penta Tanks Terminals seeking the annulment of the purchase contract of a piece of land owned by the client.

Dentons Peru

Primarily representing clients in real estate, technology, finance, and construction sectors, the litigation group at Dentons Peru is known for its expertise in regulatory and administrative litigation, corporate disputes, governmental litigation and tax disputes. Practice head Claudio Cajina has expertise in both civil and criminal litigation. He is supported by counsel Jose Miguel Cárdenas, who has extensive experience in regulatory, corporate and infrastructure disputes; and associate Claudia García Bustamante, who focuses on administrative and constitutional litigation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Claudio Cajina


Autres avocats clés:

José Miguel Cárdenas; Claudia García Bustamante;


Principaux clients

GMVBS


Smarfitt


Demerge Perú (D-Local)


Anta Norte


Tecnofarma


Limautos Automotriz del Peru


Prosegur


Nemo Exchange


Cumbra Ingeriería


Constructora Consvial


Linea Plastica.


Paz Centenario


Concesionaría Peruana de Vías (COVINCA)


Desarrollo Vial de Los Andes (DEVIANDES)


Oracle (Perú)


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented a client in a complex contractual dispute arising from the public contracts awarded for the supervision and execution of the Catac-Chavín-San Marcos road project, specifically for the Kahuish-San Marcos section in the Ancash region.
  • Representing COVINCA, the concessionaire for the Desvío Quilca – Desvío Arequipa – Desvío Matarani – Desvío Moquegua – Desvío Ilo – Tacna – La Concordia road section since 2013, in a highly complex administrative dispute against OSITRAN.
  • Represented GMVBS in a pivotal dispute with the water utility company regarding a highly intricate real estate matter.

Estudio Linares Abogados

The litigation practice at dispute resolution boutique Estudio Linares Abogados handles a wide range of disputes such as strategic debt recovery, land ownership, breach of contracts and restructuring litigation. The group advises clients across a range of sectors including agriculture, education, construction and energy, among others. Key figure, practice head Daniel Linares has extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation. He is supported by an associate bench of some depth, including: Héctor Campos García and Edgard Ramírez Ríos, who handle commercial disputes; and Alejandrina Molina Altamirano and Carla Montes Gonzáles, whose industry specific practices focus on advising companies in the construction, energy, aviation and real estate sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Daniel Linares Avilez


Autres avocats clés:

Hector Campos García; Edgard Ramírez Ríos; Alejandrina Molina Altamirano; Carla Montes Gonzales


Les références

‘Estudio Linares is a law firm that handles our cases in a professional and personalised way. From the team of lawyers to the accounting part. They are always willing to give us an update on our legal cases, payments and proposals. Our relationship with them is close and the access to them is direct and adequate. We are very happy with their service.’

‘Estudio Linares stands out for its human and ethical qualities. Fundamentally we have worked with Daniel Linares, Carla Montes and Edgard Ramirez, who are highly professional, with extensive knowledge of the legal system, integrity and invaluable ethical values’.

‘Alejandrina Molina: Very precise in her explanations, available to attend our consultations, resolute and with ample knowledge of her speciality.

Estudio Simons - Solución de controversías

Specialist dispute resolution boutique Estudio Simons - Solución de controversías' litigation team has experience in constitutional, contentious-administrative, tax, regulatory, contractual and corporate conflicts, representing clients from a broad array of sectors including construction, telecommunications, mining, energy and infrastructure, among others. Three partners lead the practice: Adrían Simons, Verónica de Noriega and Adolfo Pinillos. Simons is a 30 year veteran who specialises in complex and high-stakes disputes; de Noriega handles both arbitration and judicial litigation - particularly as regards telecoms, mining, fishing, energy, hydrocarbons and infrastructure; and Pinillos - a 2023 hire from Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados - focuses on complex disputes involving the energy sector. Associates Maria Alejandra Conde and Samantha Guillen provide key support. The team was further strengthened with the arrival of Vanessa Vargas Becerril in January 2025.

 

 

Responsables de la pratique:

Adrián Marcius Simons; Verónica de Noriega; Adolfo Pinillos Córdova


 


Autres avocats clés:

Maria Alejandra Conde; Samantha Cusicanqui


Les références

‘It’s a legal boutique, with a relatively small but powerful team and that’s also how the market sees them. Compared to teams from other law firms, they are seen as a solid firm.’

‘Verónica de Noriega is the driving force behind the firm. Adrian Simons is known to have a complicated character, which does not detract from the fact that he is a good lawyer, but his character can affect the team. ‘

‘Their skills include the ability to create a good procedural strategy for litigation matters. ‘

Principaux clients

Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus and Johnston (ABInbev Group).


América Móvil Perú (AMV)


China Fishery Group Investment (CFGI)


Depósitos Químicos Mineros – ODFJELL Terminals (DQM)


Former CEOs and Directors of Financiera Credinka


Contugas


Enotria


Kallpa Generación


Aguaytía Energy del Perú


Former officials of the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic


Juan Falconi (a former Minister,Superintendent of Banking and Insurance in Ecuador, and ambassador to London).


JMT Outdoors


Punto Visual


Empresa Siderúrgica del Perú S.A.A. (SIDERPERU)


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for bewing company Backus in two judicial proceedings where a pair of its shareholders have challenged a reverse merger adopted by a General Shareholders’ Meeting in August 2021, between the company and Racetrack Perú.
  • Defended a client against all telecoms operators in Peru (AMV, TDP, Bitel and Entel), in a collective habeas corpus.
  • Assisted a client with courtroom  defence of its property in a case involving three fishing vessels and associated fishing rights.

Figueroa Abogados

The litigation practice at Figueroa Abogados provides complex legal strategies for a range of clients from different sectors regarding civil, commercial, labour and administrative disputes, with a particular focus on debt collection and environmental and public contracting matters. Enrique Figueroa leads the practice and has extensive experience in corporate disputes, amparo proceedings and administrative litigation. Associate César Moreno has expertise in consulting on civil law, real estate law, and contracts with the state, while Angel Vera regularly assists the team with various litigation matters. The firm’s reach capacity was further increased with the arrival of counsel Piero Rojas in July 2024, and associates Belén Arroyo and Gonzalo Ledesma in April and October, respectively, the same year.

Responsables de la pratique:

Enrique Figueroa


Autres avocats clés:

César Moreno More; Angel Vera


Les références

‘They are a team that anticipates emergencies and provides peace of mind to the client. Also, in unforeseen situations they have efficient solutions.’

‘The practice becomes unique because of the specialisation and the personalised attention to each client. We felt very comfortable with their advice from moment one, and their ability to understand the business.’

‘The partners who stand out are Enrique Figueroa and Angel Vera and César Moreno. Their response times and original solutions make them stand out from other firms.’

Principaux clients

Viettel Perú – Bitel


GTD Perú


Delivery Hero Perú (PedidosYa)


Administradora Jockey Plaza Shopping Center


Inversiones Castelar (Boulevard de Asia)


Limahouse


Inmobiliaria Armando Paredes


Sporting Cristal


CSI Renting


Apex Financial Solution


Antikuna Logistics


Los Portales


Actual Asesorías Perú


Compañía Universal Textil


Aris Industrial


Total Servicios Financieros


Operaciones Arcos Dorados – McDonalds


CBC Perú


Inmobiliaria Quatro Alfa


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Viettel Peru on a $23m administrative controversy against Gilat Peru and Pronatel.
  • Advised GTD Peru on several indemnification claims as a consequence of a cyber-attack that caused the interruption of its services.
  • Advised two important real estate companies (Urbalima and Actual Inmobiliaria) on a conflict against the Municipality of San Isidro, which endangered a real estate investment of more than $40m.

Kennedys

The litigation department at Kennedys has considerable expertise in the resolution of commercial and insurance disputes, as well as advising clients on corporate law, succession issues, and real estate litigation. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Kodiak Semsch Gutierrez, who focuses on civil, constitutional, and administrative disputes; and Marco Rivera Noya, who specialises in insurance, contracts, and corporate conflicts. Additional depth is provided by associates Maria Fernando Corrochano, who advises clients on contractual disputes; and Giacomo Montiel, who handles civil and commercial disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Kodiak Semsch Gutiérrez; Marco Rivera Noya


Autres avocats clés:

Maria Fernando Corrochano Choza; Giacomo Montiel Ibarguren


Principaux clients

Pacífico Compania de Seguros y Reaseguros / Munich Re / Axa XL / Brit / CV tarr / Hiscox / New India / RSA


Rimac Seguros y Reaseguros


CNH Industrial Capital, South America


Procesadora Sudamericana


AIG / Chubb / Wunderman Thompson


Liberty Mutual Insurance Company


Newline Underwriting Management / Mapfre


Clinica Internacional


Filamentos Industriales


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Pacífico Companía de Seguros y Reaseguros and its reinsurers in an insurance claim of $40m filed by EGERBA and SINERSA for damages to their hydropower plant allegedly caused by the El Niño phenomenon.
  • Assisted Wunderman Thompson in a $12m legal dispute with the Peruvian government over damages to the « Intihuatana » Sun Dial at Machu Picchu.
  • Advising Ironshore and its insured, CNH Argentina, in a recovery case against VIPUSA Perú to recover the amount paid by Ironshore under a credit insurance.